Author Notes
This Classic Italian Tomato Bruschetta is an easy appetizer of crispy toasted bread and delicious tomato topping. Summer perfection! —VibrantPlate
Ingredients
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1-2
ripe tomatoes
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1
yellow bell pepper
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4
slices of rustic bread or ciabatta
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4
cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
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2 tablespoons
good-quality extra virgin olive oil
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salt, pepper to taste
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fresh basil, finely chopped
Directions
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Wash and dry tomatoes and bell pepper, remove core and seeds, then dice. Place in a bowl, season to taste with salt & pepper and sprinkle with olive oil. Add a sprinkle of chopped basil and mix well.
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Put bread sliced on grill or in a heated pan. Grill or toast until golden brown, then remove and set aside on a plate. Sprinkle with olive oil, then rub generously with crushed garlic clove.
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Top bread slices with the tomato and pepper salad and enjoy.
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