Description
A delicious and savory bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large baguette or Italian loaf
- 3 ripe tomatoes, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and place it cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Stir well.
- Brush the bread lightly with olive oil and toast it in the oven for 5–7 minutes.
- Remove from oven and evenly spoon the tomato mixture over the toasted bread.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if using.
- Return to oven for 8–10 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and edges are golden.
- Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture.
- Use fresh mozzarella in place of Parmesan for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Tomato Basil Garlic Bread, Savory Bread, Italian Appetizer