tomato bruschetta

Ingredients

• Servings: 10
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 10 leaves fresh basil, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (1 pound) loaf french bread, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1/4 cup olive oil (optional)
• 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• combine tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, basil, and garlic; let tomato mixture rest for 15 to 30 minutes.
• set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
• arrange french bread slices on a large baking sheet; drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil.
• toast bread in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 1 minute on each side. top bread slices with tomato mixture using a slotted spoon, allowing excess liquid to drain. return bread to baking sheet and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
• broil in preheated oven until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. serve immediately.