Bacon, Basil and Tomato Salad

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 cups cubed country white bread, (1/2-in cubes)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz each) Hunt's Diced Tomatoes, drained
• 1/2 cup diced mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 4 slices fully cooked bacon, heated, chopped
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• Salt and ground black pepper, optional

Preparation

1. Hands On: 15 minutes
   Total: 15 minutes
   
   1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add bread cubes and garlic; toast bread until lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
   
   2. Arrange tomatoes in center of serving dish. Sprinkle with cheese, basil and bacon.
   
   3. Whisk remaining oil and vinegar; drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with bread cubes. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.