Bruschetta Garlicky
Transport your taste buds straight to Italy with this irresistible Bruschetta Garlicky recipe, a perfect blend of rustic charm and fresh flavors. Crisp, oven-toasted baguette slices are infused with a subtle, aromatic hit of garlic, then topped with a vibrant medley of juicy diced tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a kiss of extra virgin olive oil. A touch of balsamic vinegar adds a delightful tangy twist, balancing the sweetness of ripe tomatoes. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an easy-to-follow method, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for entertaining, date nights, or a Mediterranean-inspired snack. Serve it fresh from the oven and watch as each bite crumbles beautifully, delivering bursts of garlicky goodness and garden-fresh zest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 Ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the baguette on a diagonal into 1/2-inch thick slices. You should have about 12 slices.
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with 2 tablespoons of olive oil (use more if needed).
Bake the bread slices in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove and let cool slightly.
While the bread is toasting, finely dice the tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl.
Chop the basil leaves and add them to the tomato mixture.
Peel and finely mince 2 garlic cloves. Add it to the tomato and basil mixture.
Season the tomato mixture with salt, black pepper, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the balsamic vinegar if desired, and mix well.
Peel the remaining 2 garlic cloves. Once the bread has cooled slightly, rub the cut side of the whole garlic cloves onto each slice. This infuses the bread with a subtle garlic flavor.
Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each toasted bread slice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Garlicky Bruschetta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.7 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3156 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.8 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1419 mg | 30% | |
*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.
