Bruschetta with Cheese and Tomatoes
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Bruschetta with Cheese and Tomatoes recipe, a perfect fusion of bold flavors and simple elegance. Freshly toasted baguette slices, brushed with olive oil and infused with garlic, serve as the ideal base for a vibrant topping of juicy, diced tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy mozzarella cheese. Enhanced with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a touch of seasoning, this crowd-pleasing dish is ready in just 25 minutes and offers a stunning balance of freshness and indulgence. Whether you're entertaining or enjoying a cozy night in, this classic Italian-inspired bruschetta is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf fresh baguette
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch slices, yielding about 16 pieces.
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with olive oil using approximately 2 tablespoons.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and toast the bread for 6-8 minutes or until the slices are golden brown, turning once halfway through.
Peel the garlic cloves and cut them in half. Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and while it's still warm, rub the top of each slice with the cut side of the garlic clove.
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes, discarding the seeds, and place them into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add to the tomatoes.
Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into small cubes and mix with the tomato and basil.
Add the balsamic vinegar, the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix gently until all the ingredients are combined.
Spoon the tomato mixture evenly onto each toasted bread slice.
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.4 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4015 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.7 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 74.2 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1300 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1771 mg | 38% | |
*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.
