Ingredients
For the Toasted Garlic Bread:
8 slices Italian bread, 1/2-inch thick π
1/4 cup olive oil π«
1 clove garlic, cut in half π§
For the Salad:
2 cups fresh grape or cherry tomatoes, diced (or 3 to 4 Roma tomatoes, diced) π
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese π§
1/4 cup fresh basil ribbons (stack several basil leaves one on top of the other, roll them up tightly, and then slice into thin ribbons) πΏ
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
Salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste π§
1 tablespoon olive oil π«
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar π§
Balsamic glaze, optional, for topping π
Instructions
1οΈβ£ Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400ΛF (200ΛC). π₯
2οΈβ£ Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. π
3οΈβ£ Brush Bread: Using a pastry brush, brush each slice of bread with olive oil and transfer them to the baking sheet, oiled-side down. ποΈ
4οΈβ£ Toast Bread: Toast the bread in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Keep an eye on the bread so it doesnβt burn. β³
5οΈβ£ Garlic Rub: Remove from oven; carefully flip over the bread slices, and rub the cut side of the garlic cloves over each piece of toasted bread. Set aside. π§
6οΈβ£ Prepare Salad: Transfer the diced tomatoes to a mixing bowl. Stir in the cheese, basil, and garlic, and season with salt and pepper. π π§πΏ
7οΈβ£ Combine Ingredients: Add olive oil and balsamic vinegar; mix until thoroughly combined. Taste the salad and adjust accordingly. π«π§
8οΈβ£ Assemble Bruschetta: Divide up the salad over the toasted bread slices, add just a drizzle of balsamic glaze over the top, and serve! ππ
Enjoy your Garlic Bread Bruschetta! π
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min