TOMATO BREAD SALAD

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We look forward to tomato season each year so we can make this unique and tasty recipe. It's a super dish for lunch, especially on warm summer days, and a great way to use your garden onions, cucumbers and tomatoes. It also makes a good appetizer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 large tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 medium cucumber, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 large sweet onion, finely chopped
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber and onion. In a small bowl, combine basil, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. , Pour over tomatoes and toss. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Before serving, allow salad to come to room temperature. Cut bread in half lengthwise; toast under broiler until lightly browned. Top with salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges