Short Description
Crispy baguette slices are topped with a Mediterranean-inspired mix of fresh tomatoes, basil, lemon, garlic, olives, and Parmesan for a bright and flavourful appetizer.

Ingredients
Bread Ingredients:
30 slices french baguette
9 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
Topping:
4 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons fresh basil
1 ½ lemon, zested and juiced
1 ½ teaspoons chopped garlic
½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
6 oz grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350ºF
Slice the French bread on a basis, brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and place on a baking sheet and brown at 350°F, about 20 minutes
Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl and let stand for 10 minutes. Top the bread with the topping and serve