Fantastic Fennel Bruschetta

Fantastic Fennel Bruschetta

French bread slices, brushed with olive oil and toasted until golden brown, get a flavorful topping of fresh tomato, basil, and fennel seeds for a perfect summer appetizer or light lunch.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
153 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2
In a bowl, mix together the tomatoes, onion, garlic, fennel seed, basil, 1/3 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors.
Step 3
Brush both sides of bread slices with some of the 1/4 cup of olive oil; place slices onto a baking sheet. Toast the bread until golden brown and crunchy on the outside, about 3 minutes per side. To serve, spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bruschetta and arrange on a serving platter.

Ingredients

  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1 (20 ounce) loaf French bread, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 0.5 large sweet Bermuda onion, diced
  • 1.5 tablespoons fennel seed
  • 0.33333334326744 cup minced fresh basil
  • 0.33333334326744 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

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