Fresh Tomato Bruschetta

Bruschetta is an Italian antipasto consisting of grilled bread often topped with olive oil and salt. Most commonly it is served with toppings of tomatoes, seasoned with fresh garlic, salt and fresh basil. Other variations can be toppings of vegetables, beans, cured meat, and/or cheese. When summer tomatoes are in season, this is an irresistible and easy appetizer. Watch them disappear!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Bruschetta, Tomato Bruschetta

Prep Time 25

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 170kcal

Author Debby - www.AFeastfortheEyes.net

Ingredients

1 pound plum tomatoes about 4 to 5 large, or another variety of ripe tomatoes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves minced
8 large basil leaves
1 baguette sliced for grilling
garlic oil for the grilled bread

Instructions

Make the garlic oil:

In a small saucepan, warm the olive oil and garlic over low heat until the garlic is softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes, making sure the garlic doesn’t brown. Set aside to cool.

For the toasts:

Lightly brush the sliced baguette. Toast on a heated grill (cast-iron grill recommended). Set aside.

For the Bruschetta:

Core and chop the tomatoes, then transfer to a colander over a bowl or in the sink. Add the salt and gently stir. Let drain for up to 2 hours.

Assemble the Bruschetta:

When the oil is cool and the tomatoes are well drained, combine the tomatoes, remaining garlic oil and basil in a medium bowl. Season with additional salt, to taste. Spoon over toasted bread, with a slotted spoon.
Roll the basil leaves up and thinly slice crosswise. Garnish each Bruschetta.
If desired, drizzle Balsamic glaze over each toast. Optional: Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

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