Summertime Bruschetta

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Ingredients

16 whole fresh ripe plum tomato very finely diced
4 tbsp finely minced garlic
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
½ cup finely chopped Fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoon fresh Fresh lemon juice
1 pinch dried red pepper flake
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
32 slices baguette or french bread, 1/4" thick
6 whole garlic cloves, cut in half

Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato, minced garlic, basil, parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss very well and set aside for at least 3 hours.

Just before serving, toast the bread and rub on one side with the cut sides of the garlic cloves. Place a small bowl in the center of a serving platter. Fill the bowl with the tomato mixture and arrange the toast around the bowl. Serve immediately.

Yield

Makes 32 slices

Cook Time

Prep Time: 10 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Makes 32 slices
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 117
Calories from Fat: 72
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g
12%
Carbohydrates 30g
10%
Dietary Fiber 9g
36%
Saturated Fat 8g
40%
Calories 117kcal
5%
Cholesterol < 1mg
0%
Protein 13g
21%
Sodium 244mg
10%
Calcium
0%
Iron
18%
Vitamin A
1%
Vitamin C
31%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.