Italian Tomato Bread

Italian Tomato Bread, also known as ‘Bruschetta’, is a traditional Italian dish that dates back to the 15th century. It was originally a way to use up stale bread, but has since become a popular appetizer in Italian cuisine.

This is vegan and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

Print Recipe

Medium

Italian Tomato Bread

Cooking Method: Grilling, Toasting Cuisine: Italian Courses: Any, Appetizer, Bread Recipe Keys: Quick Meals Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1080

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 piece Baguette
• 4 piece Ripe tomatoes
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 6 leaf Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pinch Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill or toaster.
2. Slice the baguette into thick slices.
3. Cut the tomatoes into thin slices.
4. Rub the garlic cloves on both sides of each bread slice.
5. Place the bread slices on the grill or toaster and cook until toasted.
6. Remove the bread slices from the grill or toaster.
7. Top each bread slice with tomato slices.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the tomato slices.
9. Sprinkle salt and black pepper.
10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
11. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 3g

Protein 5g10%

---

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.