Description
Tomato Bruschetta is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With a crispy baguette base topped with juicy, ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of olive oil, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying as a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Dice the tomatoes and chop the basil; combine them in a bowl.
- Add minced garlic to the tomato mixture; let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Slice the baguette diagonally into ½ inch pieces and brush both sides with olive oil.
- Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Top each toasted slice with the tomato-basil mixture.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (30g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the tomato mixture longer or adding feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist. If you have leftover bruschetta, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days; however, it's best enjoyed fresh.