Prep Time::15 mins
Cook Time::5 mins
Additional Time:: 1 hr
Total Time:: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings::8
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into small dice
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar, or to taste
Directions
Combine tomatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, basil, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, and pepper in a bowl; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, then marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
Brush one side of Baguette slices with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; place, oiled-sides-up, onto a baking sheet.
Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes
Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted Baguette slices; drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.