Classic Bruschetta
Lightly grilled garlic scented toasts, topped with chopped tomatoes and basil—a summertime treat!
Ingredients
- 3 medium tomatoes, very ripe,
- 1 bunch (70g) fresh basil, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
- 2 tsp olive oil, extra virgin is best
- 2 cloves garlic
- 6 slices Italian bread, preferably a coarse, country style bread, cut into thick slices
- Salt and pepper to taste (sea salt if on a corn-free diet*)
Directions
- Chop tomatoes into small pieces.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes; combine with chopped basil and olive oil in a small bowl.
- Meanwhile prepare the toasts. Peel the garlic cloves and cut in half. Toast the bread either under the broiler, over a grill, or in the toaster.
- Rub the toasts with the cut side of the garlic, so that each piece is fragrant with garlic.
- Place about 3 Tbsp (40g) of the tomato mixture on each toast. (The amount will vary depending on how big the tomatoes are and personal taste.)
- Place all six slices of the bruschetta on a serving dish and serve as an appetizer.
* Allergy notes: People following a corn-free diet should avoid iodized salt since it contains dextrose, which should be avoided by those allergic to corn.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 102
Calories from Fat 23 (23%)
(4%)Total Fat 3g
(2%)Saturated Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
(0%)Cholesterol 0mg
(7%)Sodium 177mg
(3%)Potassium 111mg
Total Carbohydrate 17g
(5%)Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 1g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(6%)Protein 3g
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