Bruschetta Salad
CATEGORIES
INGREDIENTS
  • 1/2 small baguette
  • 1 large clove garlic -- crushed
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 6 medium-large tomatoes -- cut into large chunks
  • 1/2 medium onion -- chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil -- coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
DIRECTIONS
  1. Preheat oven to 300.
  2. Split baguette in half lengthwise. Rub 1 side with crushed garlic and brush liberally with olive oil.
  3. Cut bread in half again lengthwise and then cut into 3/4" chunks.
  4. Place pieces on a baking sheet, crust-side down. Bake until dark golden brown (about 45-60 minutes). Set aside.
  5. Place tomatoes in a bowl. Add onion and basil. In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar and 1/2 cup olive oil. Pour over salad and toss.
  6. Add reserved croutons just before serving. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs.