Fresh summer tomatoes seasoned with fresh basil tops grilled bread in this perfect summer appetizer.

Makes 4 servings

ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
8 3/4-inch-thick slices crusty Italian bread

Preheat grill. Combine the tomatoes with 2 teaspoons oil, vinegar and garlic and season to taste with salt and pepper. Brush the bread on both sides with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and grill, flipping once, until lightly toasted on both sides. Top with the tomato mixture.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 164 calories; 10 g fat (1 g sat, 7 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 17 g carbohydrate; 4 g protein; 3 g fiber; 132 mg sodium; 184 mg potassium.


Nutrition bonus: Vitamin C (71% daily value), Folate (16% dv).

1 Carbohydrate Serving