Fresh Tomato Bruchetta
Brighten up your appetizers with this vibrant and delicious Fresh Tomato Bruschetta recipe! Juicy, ripe tomatoes are diced and combined with fragrant fresh basil, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and a splash of balsamic vinegar for a tantalizing topping that bursts with Mediterranean flavors. The mixture is then spooned over golden, crispy baguette slices, toasted to perfection for the ideal crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make crowd-pleaser is perfect for entertaining, as a snack, or even a light lunch. Serve it fresh and watch it disappear—it’s the perfect way to showcase the season's best produce! Keywords: fresh tomato bruschetta, easy appetizer recipe, tomato and basil topping, toasted baguette, Mediterranean-inspired snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for toasting bread)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or set your broiler to high.
Finely dice the ripe tomatoes and place them in a medium bowl.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then stir them into the tomato mixture.
Add the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Toss everything gently to combine. Let the mixture sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. You should get about 12–15 slices.
Brush each slice of bread lightly with olive oil on both sides.
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven or under the broiler for 2–4 minutes per side, or until golden and crisp. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Spoon the tomato mixture onto each slice of bread, making sure to distribute it evenly.
Optionally, drizzle a bit more olive oil over the top for added richness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious fresh tomato bruschetta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.6 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3172 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.4 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
