Tomato Basil Bruschetta

Tomato Basil Bruschetta is such a classic Italian appetizer, and something everyone should make when tomatoes are at their peak. This version is completely authentic with just tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and a little bit of salt and pepper to season the tomatoes. It's served with crusty Italian bread, and that's it.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Keyword bruschetta, tomato bruschetta, tomato crostini

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings 1/4 cup servings + 1 slice of bread

Calories 156kcal

Author Nicole

Cost $8

Equipment

Mixing bowl
sheet pan

Ingredients

1/2 loaf crusty italian bread
2 tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil, divided
2 cups diced tomatoes
2 small garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp chopped basil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Use a sharp knife to cut bread into 3/4-inch slices. Cut in half so each piece is about 3-4 inches long. Using a pastry brush, brush bread with 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil. It doesn't need to be saturated in oil, just damp enough for the salt and pepper to ahere. Season with salt and pepper. Line up on baking sheet. Toast unitl LIGHTLY toasted, about 4-5 minutes. Cool completely.
While the bread toasts, add tomatoes, garlic, salt, basil, and remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil to a small bowl. Mix to combine. Let sit for about 15 minutes.
Serve toasted bread with bruschetta topping.

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