Bruschettas with Tomato and Basil

This Italian favourite is a great any-time snack. Basil and tomatoes add subtle flavour and texture to this easy-to-make snack that tots up just 38 calories per piece! Have a couple of pieces to satisfy mid-morning or mid-evening hunger pangs.

Bruschettas with Tomato and Basil

This recipe has been viewed 59454 times
5/5 stars  100% LIKED IT   
1 REVIEW ALL GOOD



Bruschettas with Tomato and Basil recipe - How to make Bruschettas with Tomato and Basil

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     20Makes 20 pieces
Show me for pieces

Ingredients

5 slice of whole wheat bread
2 tsp olive oil
2 garlic (lehsun) cloves , finely chopped

For The Topping (approx. Makes 1 Cup)
5 medium sized tomatoes
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tsp dried oregano
saltand freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch) to taste

Method
For the topping

    For the topping
  1. Cut each tomato into half lengthwise and gently remove all the seeds and pulp.
  2. Finely chop the tomatoes, add in all the other ingredients and mix well.
  3. Keep aside for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. Drain out the excess liquid. Keep aside.

How to proceed

    How to proceed
  1. Brush some olive oil and garlic onto each bread slice, cut them diagonally into two and bake in a pre-heated oven at 180°c (360°f) for 3 to 4 minutes till they are lightly toasted.
  2. Top each toasted piece with 1½ tablespoons of the topping cut into two equal pieces and serve immediately.

Reviews

Bruschettas with Tomato and Basil
 on 11 Jun 13 12:55 PM
5

Great!