Quick Bruschetta for Two
Elevate your next date night or casual dinner with this simple yet irresistible Quick Bruschetta for Two. Perfectly toasted slices of French baguette provide a golden, crunchy base for a vibrant topping of diced tomatoes, fresh basil, and the slight kick of minced garlic—all brought together by a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a light appetizer or an indulgent snack. Quick, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this classic bruschetta is an effortless way to impress your taste buds while embracing wholesome, simple ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 loaf French baguette
- 2 medium Tomato
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the half loaf of French baguette into 6-8 diagonal slices, about 1/2 inch thick each.
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush the tops with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
While the baguette is toasting, dice the tomatoes into small cubes and transfer them to a small mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Mince the garlic clove and add it to the tomato mixture.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar over the tomato mixture, then season with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Once the baguette slices are toasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly for 1-2 minutes.
Spoon the prepared tomato mixture evenly onto each toasted baguette slice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Quick Bruschetta for Two!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3629 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
