Italian-Style Bruschetta

Fresh diced tomatoes in a basil and garlic marinade top golden toast for a tasty Italian-inspired appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 234 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 2 large cloves garlic, minced
• 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1 tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar, or to taste
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1.5 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into small dice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

Step 2

Combine tomatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, basil, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, and pepper in a bowl; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, then marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.

Step 3

Brush one side of Baguette slices with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; place, oiled-sides-up, onto a baking sheet.

Step 4

Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes

Step 5

Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted Baguette slices; drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.