Classic Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Classic Tomato and Basil Bruschetta is the ultimate appetizer to elevate any gathering. Featuring crispy oven-toasted French baguette slices topped with a vibrant mixture of juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, minced garlic, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, this recipe captures the essence of simplicity and elegance. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this bruschetta is ideal for both casual entertaining and special occasions. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper, the blend of tangy and savory flavors will delight your taste buds. Serve this authentic Italian classic on a beautiful platter for an impressive starter or light snack that everyone will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French baguette
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the French baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices, approximately 16 pieces.
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet, and brush each slice with olive oil on both sides.
Bake the bread slices in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
While the bread is toasting, dice the cherry tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Mince the garlic cloves and stir into the tomato mixture.
Add 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and black pepper.
Mix all the ingredients in the bowl until well combined and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Top each toasted bread slice generously with the tomato and basil mixture.
Arrange the bruschetta on a serving platter and serve immediately as an appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.0 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2579 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.1 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1149 mg | 24% | |
*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.
