Classic Tomato Bruschetta

“Bruschetta is life.” – The Vegan Mary  

Stress Scale: ✅ | Prep Time: 5 min | Total Time: 35 min | Yield: 18-20 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 baguette

• 1.5 lb. fresh tomatoes, diced (the best ones you can find)

• 8-10 fresh basil leaves, julienned  

• 1.5 T garlic, minced 

• 4 T + 1 T olive oil, divided

• 1 T balsamic vinegar

• Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Fold all ingredients together in bowl (no, not the baguette). Let marinate for 30 mins. 

2. Prior to assembly, preheat oven to 400°F. Cut baguette into ¼ inch thick slices. Brush one side with olive oil.

3. Toast slices of baguette (oil side down) in hot oven for 10 mins or until the slices are a golden brown.  

4. Let bread cool before topping with tomato mixture.

5. Serve on gorgeous platter and try to reminder yourself to save room for the main course.

TIP: Italian cooking is all about the ingredients!  Use the freshest (organic if you can!) tomatoes and basil. A high-quality olive oil will also pay dividends here!