Easy Tomato Garlic Bruschetta

So once upon a time when we were allowed to have social gatherings, one of my favorites dishes to make is my Tomato Garlic Bruschetta appetizer. I always enjoyed making it for others because it always received great compliments and I live for the positive reinforcement.

It’s surprisingly very easy to make as well.

Here are the ingredients you’ll need:

• 1 French loaf
• 4 cups (or 2 lbs) tomatoes, diced
• ¼ cup white onion, finely minced
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions for preparing the bread:

• Preheat oven to 450ºF.
• Cut the French loaf into thin slices.
• Lightly brush olive oil on both sides of each slice.
• Bake until the surface is lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side.

Instructions for preparing the tomato garlic bruschetta:

• In a bowl, add the tomatoes, onions, basil, garlic, salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
• Add the olive oil, stir to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately or chill.

Instructions for serving the tomato garlic bruschetta:

• Keep the bread and the bruschetta separate from each other prior to serving. This prevents the bread from getting soggy.
• Immediately prior to serving, the bruschetta is to be added to the top of each bread slice.

I bring this tomato garlic bruschetta dish to dinners or to potluck-ish gatherings and everyone always compliments this appetizer. I love it too. I can eat it as a snack.