Italian 10 min Easy

Bruschetta

Toasted bread topped with fresh tomato, garlic and basil.

Origin & Story

Bruschetta dates back to ancient Rome, where it was a way to test freshly pressed olive oil on grilled bread rubbed with garlic. Tomatoes joined the party much later.

Main Spices & Their Role

Black pepper

Seasons the tomato topping.

Dried oregano

Optional herbal lift for the tomatoes.

Ingredients

4 slices rustic bread
3 tomatoes, diced
1 garlic clove
Fresh basil
3 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper

Method

01
Toast bread slices in a dry pan until golden.
02
Rub each slice with the raw garlic clove.
03
Mix diced tomato, basil, olive oil, salt and pepper.
04
Spoon the tomato over the toast.
05
Drizzle with extra oil and serve right away.

Veg & Vegan Alternatives

Vegetarian

This dish is already vegetarian.

Vegan

Already vegan — use a plant-based bread and you're set.