Toasted bread rubbed with garlic and topped with fresh tomato, basil and balsamic. A classic Italian starter or snack; vegan.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Remove the watery seeds from the tomatoes and cut the flesh into small dice. Cut the basil leaves into thin ribbons.
- 2
Mix the tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, half the olive oil, the salt and black pepper in a bowl and let stand 10 minutes.
- 3
Slice the baguette into 12 slices, 1.5 cm thick, and brush one side with the remaining olive oil.
- 4
Toast the slices in a 200 °C oven for 6-8 minutes, or in a grill pan for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden and crisp.
- 5
Halve the garlic cloves and rub them over the oiled side of the hot toasts.
- 6
Spoon the drained tomato mixture onto the toasts and serve immediately, before the bread softens.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 346 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
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