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

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 large tomatoes, diced
• ½ large sweet Bermuda onion, diced
• 1 ½ tablespoons fennel seed
• ⅓ cup minced fresh basil
• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 (20 ounce) loaf French bread, sliced 1/2-inch thick
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

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.