The classic Italian appetizer: toasted garlic-rubbed bread topped with a fresh, marinated tomato and basil mixture.
Ingredients
- 4 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 loaf Italian bread or baguette
Instructions
- Combine tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, oil, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 20 minutes.
- Slice bread and toast until golden and crisp.
- Rub the hot toasted bread with a halved garlic clove.
- Spoon tomato mixture onto bread and serve immediately.