Cut tomatoes into small chunks. Toss tomatoes with salt and place in a colander for at least an hour or two. This will help remove excess water from the tomatoes.
In a small pan, heat olive oil and minced garlic cloves for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat to cool while tomatoes are draining.
Roll the basil leaves together and cut them into ribbons.
Strain garlic pieces from cooled olive oil. In a large bowl, stir in basil and olive oil into strained tomatoes.
Slice and toast bread for 3-5 minutes. Serve bruschetta with warm bread.