Ingredients:

  • 1 baguette (approx. 12 inches/30cm long), sliced into ½-inch (1.25cm) thick rounds
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 pounds (900g) ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss lightly to combine.
  2. Preheat the oven broiler to medium-high. Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Broil the bread slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until lightly golden brown and crispy. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  4. Immediately rub the toasted bread slices with the peeled garlic cloves while still warm.
  5. Spoon the tomato mixture evenly onto the toasted bread slices.
  6. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately.