Classic Tomato Bruschetta
Elevate your appetizer game with this Classic Tomato Bruschetta—a timeless Italian favorite that’s bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors. Perfectly toasted slices of ciabatta or baguette serve as the crunchy foundation, infused with a hint of garlic for added depth. The topping is a harmonious blend of ripe, juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil chiffonade, and a rich drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, expertly seasoned with salt and pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for entertaining or as a flavorful snack. Serve immediately for a crowd-pleasing dish that showcases the best of Mediterranean cuisine. Keywords: tomato bruschetta recipe, Italian appetizer, easy bruschetta, fresh tomato basil bruschetta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Ciabatta bread or baguette
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 4 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 4 tablespoons 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 ciabatta bread or baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. You should have about 12 slices.
Place the slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes, until golden brown.
While the bread is toasting, dice the tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the tomatoes.
Chiffonade the fresh basil leaves by stacking them, rolling them tightly, and slicing them into thin strips. Add the basil to the tomato mixture.
Pour the extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomato mixture. Add salt and black pepper to taste, then gently combine all the ingredients using a spoon.
Once the bread slices are toasted, remove them from the oven.
Rub the surface of each toasted slice with a garlic clove for added flavor.
Top each slice of toasted bread with a generous spoonful of the tomato and basil mixture.
Drizzle a little extra olive oil over the top for extra flavor, if desired.
Serve immediately as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3323 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.9 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.6 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1741 mg | 37% | |
*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.
