Marinated Tomato Toast

The steps below follow the order of the work for this starters project.

This recipe was inspired by a marinated tomato slice salad. Take that salad one step further, and you have marinated tomato toast, a striking appetizer or side dish.

 

Marinated Tomato Toast

Marinated Tomato Toast Author: Foodieaholic Ingredients

• 1 loaf of sourdough bread
• 5-6 Roma tomatoes
• 1/2 c olive oil
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
• 2-3 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 2-3 chopped green onions
• 1-2 large fresh garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• Fresh mozzarella, sliced

Instructions

1. Slice bread and toast each piece until crusty.
2. Scald tomatoes in a large saucepan for about 1 minute. Plunge into cold water and peel.
3. Slice tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices and place close together on a large rimmed cookie sheet (or oven proof platter).
4. In a medium bowl combine olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, green onions, crushed garlic, parsley, basil, and salt.
5. Drizzle marinade mixture over tomatoes, and top with fresh mozzarella slices.
6. Broil 5 minutes or until cheese starts to bubble.
7. Reserve drippings to dip bread.
8. Serve.

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