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Brushetta di pomodori
RECIPE / GENERAL

Brushetta di pomodori

A vibrant and simple Italian classic, this Bruschetta di Pomodori features crispy, garlic-rubbed grilled bread topped with a fresh, aromatic mixture of ripe chopped tomatoes, fragrant basil, high-quality virgin olive oil, and a touch of balsamic vinegar. An effortless appetizer bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

PREP
10 min
COOK
5 min
SERVES
4
PAIRING
Rosé

INGREDIENTS

Units
4 serv
  • Chopped tomatoes2 units
  • Fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces6 leaves
  • Virgin olive oil4 msk
  • Balsamic vinegar1 tsk
  • Coarse salt0 to taste
  • Rustic country bread slices (approx. 1 cm thick)8 slices
  • Large garlic cloves2 cloves

METHOD

  1. 01Preheat the oven broiler (or charcoal grill if you are outdoors).
  2. 02In a bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, torn basil leaves, virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and coarse salt.
  3. 03Place the bread slices on the oven rack and grill them for approximately 2 minutes per side, until they are lightly browned and crisp.
  4. 04Remove the bread slices and immediately rub one side vigorously with a peeled garlic clove.
  5. 05Arrange the grilled bread slices, garlic-side up, on a platter. Distribute the tomato mixture evenly over the bread slices and serve immediately.