Cherry Tomato Bocconcini and Basil Bruschetta
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, Cherry Tomato Bocconcini and Basil Bruschetta is the perfect appetizer to impress your guests. This recipe takes the classic bruschetta to new heights with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy bocconcini cheese, and fragrant fresh basil, all arranged atop crisp, golden baguette slices brushed with garlic-infused olive oil. Finished with a drizzle of sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, each bite delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy bruschetta recipe is ideal for dinner parties, casual gatherings, or as a light snack. Whether you’re entertaining or enjoying a quick treat, this Italian-inspired dish is sure to shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup bocconcini cheese
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 large baguette
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 medium garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler or set a grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the baguette into 12 thin pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Brush each slice of baguette with olive oil on both sides and toast under the broiler or on the grill pan for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
Once toasted, rub the cut sides of the garlic cloves over the surface of each slice for a subtle garlic flavor.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Cut the bocconcini cheese into small bite-sized pieces, if not pre-sized.
In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, bocconcini, fresh basil leaves, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss gently to mix.
Top each toasted baguette slice with a spoonful of the tomato and bocconcini mixture.
Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over each bruschetta for added flavor.
Serve immediately as a starter or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.5 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.8 g | 159% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 3557 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.2 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.0 g | ||
| Protein | 78.9 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1051 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1440 mg | 31% | |
*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.
