Bruschetta Pomodoro
Toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil — a classic Italian appetizer or light dinner. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice bread into 1/3-inch-thick diagonal pieces.
Step 2
Dice tomatoes into 1/2-inch pieces; place in a small bowl.
Step 3
Mince garlic and tear basil leaves by hand.
Step 4
Brush both sides of bread with 1.5 tbsp olive oil.
Step 5
Toast bread in a skillet over medium-high until golden, ~90 seconds per side.
Step 6
Rub each hot toast with a cut garlic clove until fragrant.
Step 7
Toss tomatoes with remaining 1.5 tbsp olive oil, basil, salt, and pepper.
Step 8
Spoon tomato mixture onto each toast and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- serrated knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- brush or small spoon
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