Tomato Bruschetta
Tomato Bruschetta is a vibrant, easy-to-make appetizer that captures the essence of summer with its fresh ingredients. Imagine crispy toasted bread topped with a delightful mix of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for gatherings or as a light snack, leaving your guests asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 baguette or ciabatta bread, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once cooled slightly, top each slice of bread with the tomato mixture.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider topping your bruschetta with mozzarella cheese or avocado. Store any leftover tomato mixture in an airtight container in the fridge; assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess.