Better Bruschetta
Transform your appetizer game with "Better Bruschetta," a vibrant and satisfying twist on the classic Italian favorite. This easy-to-make recipe combines perfectly toasted slices of French or Italian baguette, infused with the flavor of garlic and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, topped with a fresh and zesty mix of juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Optional bites of creamy fresh mozzarella add an indulgent touch, making each bite irresistibly balanced. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this crowd-pleasing bruschetta is perfect for casual entertaining or an elegant starter. Explore how simple ingredients can create a burst of flavor in every bite with this "better-than-ever" bruschetta recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French or Italian baguette
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 ounces Fresh mozzarella (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven broiler or set it to 400°F.
Slice the baguette diagonally into ½-inch thick slices. You should have about 12 pieces.
Brush both sides of each bread slice with olive oil (use about 2 tablespoons). Arrange the slices on a baking sheet.
Broil or bake the bread slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and rub each slice with a peeled garlic clove while the bread is warm.
Meanwhile, dice the cherry tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Chiffonade the basil leaves by stacking them, rolling them tightly, and slicing thinly. Add to the bowl with tomatoes.
Add the remaining olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir gently to combine.
If using fresh mozzarella, dice it into small cubes and fold it into the tomato mixture.
Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each bread slice. Ensure each piece has a balance of tomatoes, basil, and any optional mozzarella.
Serve immediately and savor the freshness of this elevated bruschetta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 706 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
