Bruschetta Recipe

Inspired by Rocca

Time30m

Serves4

Grilled bread topped with marinated diced tomatoes, basil, and olive oil.

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Ingredients

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1
Dice the Tomatoes
Wash the ripe tomatoes and cut them into small, uniform dice. Place them in a mixing bowl.
2
Chop the Basil
Rinse the fresh basil leaves, pat dry, and chop them coarsely. Add to the tomatoes in the bowl.
3
Minced Garlic
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the tomato and basil mixture.
4
Add Olive Oil and Vinegar
Pour in the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomato mixture.
5
Season the Mixture
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix all the ingredients gently until well combined.
6
Marinate
Let the tomato mixture sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

7
Prepare the Baguette
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices.
8
Grill the Bread
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly brush each slice of baguette with olive oil.
9
Toast the Slices
Place the bread slices on the grill and toast for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

10
Top the Grilled Bread
Remove the grilled bread from the heat and place on a serving platter.
11
Spoon the Tomato Mixture
Spoon a generous amount of the marinated tomato mixture onto each slice of grilled bread.
12
Serve
Serve immediately while the bread is warm and enjoy your delicious bruschetta!