This Tomato Bruschetta makes for a delicious lunch or tea. It is packed with fresh flavours and plenty of nutrients too. Irish-grown tomatoes are now in-season and they really are a taste sensation. When making this dish, make sure to choose a really good quality bread. When it comes to the salad leaves, dress them lightly just before serving. This keeps the greens fresh and vibrant, preserving their texture and letting the pure flavours shine without turning limp or soggy. Enjoy the iconic taste of Ireland’s finest tomatoes in every bite!
Enjoy!
Nessa x
Tomato Bruschetta
Ingredients
Serves 2
For the tomatoes
- 200g cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped
- Handful fresh basil, torn
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Sprinkle sea salt
For the toast
- 4 slices good-quality ciabatta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and cut in half
For the salad
- 150g mixed salad leaves
- 1tbsp olive oil
- 1tsp honey
- Squeeze of lemon
To serve
- Fresh basil, chives, and thyme leaves
Method
- Add the chopped tomatoes to a bowl with the basil. Drizzle over the olive oil and vinegar. Add a sprinkle of sea salt. Stir to combine and leave to one side.
- Place a griddle pan over a high heat. Add a little drizzle of olive oil to both sides of the slices of bread. Add to the hot pan and toast until nicely browned. Take from the pan and rub each piece with the clove of garlic.
- When ready to serve, add the lettuce leaves to a bowl, drizzle over the oil and honey, and add a squeeze of lemon. Toss to combine.
- Place the bread on two plates and divide the tomato mixture, with the juices, to the top of each slice. Evenly top with the dressed salad leaves. Sprinkle over the fresh herbs and enjoy straightaway.
