Time: 20 min.
Complexity: easily
Servings: 4 - 6

Juicy, sweet tomatoes make a wonderful topping for Italian bruschetta, a light appetizer perfect for any occasion, whether a house party, a festive buffet, or a quick snack before dinner. Paired with fragrant fresh basil and a balsamic vinaigrette, plum tomatoes give these sandwiches a fantastic Mediterranean flavor. Assemble the bruschetta just before serving to prevent the crispy baguette slices from becoming soggy from the dressing.

Ingredients:

• 5 plum tomatoes, diced into small cubes
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil + 1 tbsp for serving
• A pinch of red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Half a baguette, sliced ​​into 1cm thick slices (about 14 slices)

Substituting ingredients
Measuring containers used

1 glass (st.) - 250 ml.
3/4 cup (st.) - 180 ml.
2/3 cup (st.) - 160 ml.
1/2 cup (st.) - 125 ml.
1/3 cup (st.) - 80 ml.
1/4 cup (st.) - 60 ml.
1 tablespoon (tbsp) - 15 ml.
1 teaspoon (tsp) - 5 ml.
1/5 teaspoon (tsp) - 1 ml.

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Preparation:

Step 1
• Preheat oven to 175°C.
Step 2
• Add the tomatoes, garlic, 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, basil, and balsamic vinegar to a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let stand at room temperature while you toast the bread.
Step 3
• Slice the baguette and arrange it in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Just before serving, top the bread with tomatoes and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.

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