Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Basil
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Basil is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Featuring crispy slices of golden toasted French baguette topped with a juicy medley of diced tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a hint of garlic, this classic Italian dish is elevated with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a splash of balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe combines simplicity with elegance, making it ideal for entertaining or as a light snack. Pair it with your favorite wine or serve it as a starter to impress your dinner guests with its fresh, irresistible taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French baguette
- 4 medium Fresh tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the French baguette into 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices. Arrange them on a baking sheet.
Brush both sides of the bread slices with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and bake for 5-7 minutes, until lightly golden and crispy.
While the bread is toasting, dice the tomatoes into small pieces and transfer them to a mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Mince 1 clove of garlic and add it to the tomato mixture. Reserve the other clove for later use.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Toss well to combine.
When the bread slices are done toasting, remove them from the oven. While they are still warm, gently rub the reserved garlic clove onto the top of each slice for added flavor.
Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously onto each bread slice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Bruschetta with Tomatoes and Basil!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2582 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.1 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1531 mg | 33% | |
*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.
