Toasted, garlic-rubbed bread topped with tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and extra-virgin olive oil. Makes about 16 pieces.
Yields8 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time5 minsTotal Time20 mins
Topping
1 ½lbsripe Roma or cherry tomatoes, diced
½tspsalt
1clovegarlic, minced
¼cupfresh basil, torn
2tbspextra-virgin olive oil
¼tspblack pepper
4ozfresh mozzarella, cubed
Toast
1baguette or rustic loaf, sliced 1/2 inch thick
2tbspolive oil, for brushing
1clovegarlic, halved
balsamic glaze, optional
1
Drain the tomatoes. Toss the diced tomatoes with salt and drain in a sieve for 10 minutes.
2
Mix the topping. Combine the tomatoes with minced garlic, basil, olive oil, and pepper. Fold in the mozzarella.
3
Toast. Brush the bread with oil and toast or grill 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
4
Rub with garlic. Immediately rub each warm slice with the cut side of the garlic clove.
5
Assemble. Spoon the topping onto the toast, drizzle with balsamic glaze if using, and serve right away.
Nutrition Facts
8 servings
Serving size
2 pieces
Amount per serving
Calories205
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol11mg4%
Sodium383mg17%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
Topping
1 ½lbsripe Roma or cherry tomatoes, diced
½tspsalt
1clovegarlic, minced
¼cupfresh basil, torn
2tbspextra-virgin olive oil
¼tspblack pepper
4ozfresh mozzarella, cubed
Toast
1baguette or rustic loaf, sliced 1/2 inch thick
2tbspolive oil, for brushing
1clovegarlic, halved
balsamic glaze, optional
Directions
1
Drain the tomatoes. Toss the diced tomatoes with salt and drain in a sieve for 10 minutes.
2
Mix the topping. Combine the tomatoes with minced garlic, basil, olive oil, and pepper. Fold in the mozzarella.
3
Toast. Brush the bread with oil and toast or grill 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
4
Rub with garlic. Immediately rub each warm slice with the cut side of the garlic clove.
5
Assemble. Spoon the topping onto the toast, drizzle with balsamic glaze if using, and serve right away.
AuthorEmma food bloggerDifficultyBeginner
