Classic Bruschetta al Pomodoro
Toasted garlic bread topped with marinated fresh tomatoes and basil
By RecipesQueen Kitchen • June 10, 2026
Bruschetta is the simplest Italian appetizer and one of the most satisfying — crispy, garlicky toast piled high with juicy, marinated fresh tomatoes and fragrant basil.
The bread must be grilled or toasted until deeply golden and rubbed with a raw garlic clove while still hot.
Use the ripest, juiciest tomatoes — in-season summer tomatoes make all the difference.
Ingredients
- 6 thick slices Italian or sourdough bread
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic (1 for rubbing, 1 minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Mix diced tomatoes with minced garlic, basil, olive oil, balsamic, and salt. Let marinate 15 minutes.
- 2
Grill or broil bread slices until golden on both sides.
- 3
Rub hot toast with the cut side of a garlic clove.
- 4
Spoon tomato mixture generously onto each toast.
- 5
Drizzle with extra olive oil. Serve immediately.
