Description
A delightful twist on the classic Italian appetizer featuring chewy challah topped with fresh tomatoes and aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of challah bread, sliced into ½-inch thick pieces
- 2 cups diced ripe tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the challah into ½-inch thick pieces.
- Toast the sliced challah in the oven until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, fresh basil, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Allow to sit while the bread is toasting.
- Top the toasted challah slices with the tomato mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
For added richness, brush challah slices with olive oil before toasting. Toppings like grilled chicken or cheese can be added for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg