Description
Tomato Basil Bruschetta is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that brings the taste of summer to your table. With crispy toasted baguette slices topped with juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic, this dish is not only visually appealing but also irresistibly delicious. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a light snack, this bruschetta is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette (12 oz), sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over both sides of each slice. Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg