Tender Bruschetta
Delight your taste buds with this Tender Bruschetta recipe—a classic appetizer that perfectly balances simplicity and elegance. Featuring toasted baguette slices brushed with olive oil and rubbed with garlic for irresistible aroma and crunch, this recipe is topped with a vibrant blend of ripe tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a tangy hint of balsamic vinegar. Infused with a dash of salt and pepper for seasoning, this bruschetta is perfect as-is or elevated with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a savory finish. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and ideal for gatherings or a quick snack, Tender Bruschetta is your go-to recipe for a fresh, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices at an angle to maximize surface area for toppings.
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Toast the bread in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Set aside to cool slightly.
While the bread is toasting, finely dice the tomatoes and place them in a medium bowl.
Chop the basil leaves into thin strips (chiffonade) and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Grate or finely mince 1 garlic clove and mix it into the tomato-basil mixture.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Gently rub the toasted baguette slices with the remaining garlic clove for added flavor.
Spoon a generous amount of the tomato-basil mixture onto each bread slice.
Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra touch of flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 3996 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.7 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 61.8 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1712 mg | 36% | |
*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.
