Tomato Bruschetta

Submitted by Rich Williams (‘62)
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Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ripe tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon flaky salt (such as Maldon)
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 small (8-ounce) ciabatta
  • 1 large garlic clove
  • 1/2 cup basil leaves, chopped

Cooking Instructions:

  1. Chop tomatoes into small pieces, and transfer to a large bowl. Season with a large pinch of salt. Drizzle red wine vinegar and 4 tablespoons of the olive oil over tomatoes and stir to combine. Set aside.
  2. Slice bread and brush with the remaining olive oil. Toast in an oven or on a grill or stove until lightly browned. Gently rub garlic clove over toasted bread pieces.
  3. Use a slotted spoon to transfer tomatoes to a serving platter. Stir in basil leaves and serve tomatoes with toasted bread.