DSL Chef Level: Easy (chopping)

Ingredients

• 4-5 medium-sized Roma tomatoes finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/4-1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp ground pepper
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
• 1 loaf of French bread 

Instructions

1. Wash your hands!
2. Cut the tomatoes into halves and remove most of the seeds
3. Finely dice the tomatoes and add them to a mixing bowl.
4. Finely chop the basil and the garlic and add both to the tomatoes along with the balsamic vinegar, sea salt, ground pepper, and about 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil.
5. Stir with a spoon and leave to marinate for at least 15 minutes. 
6. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
7. Slice the bread (you can use French bread or Ciabatta) and brush each slice with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil. 
8. Transfer the bread to the prepared baking tray and toast it in the oven for about 10-15 min until golden brown, turning halfway through.
9. Arrange the toasted bread on a plate or wooden board with the bowl of the bruschetta mixture on the side. 
10. Enjoy!

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