Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Julie and Julia Style
Bring a touch of culinary charm to your table with this Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Julie and Julia Style, an effortlessly elegant appetizer inspired by the timeless flavors of Italian cuisine. Perfectly ripe tomatoes are diced and combined with fragrant chiffonade-cut basil, minced garlic, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a burst of fresh, tangy flavor. The mixture is served atop oven-toasted baguette slices, golden and buttery, with a subtle hint of garlic from a clever rub technique. This recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for entertaining or elevating your everyday meals. Whether you're savoring this bruschetta as a starter or pairing it with a light salad for a quick lunch, its vibrant colors and bold flavors are sure to impress. Cooking has never been more delightful with this Julie and Julia-inspired twist on a classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and transfer them to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Chiffonade the fresh basil leaves (stack the leaves, roll them into a tight cylinder, and slice thinly) and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely mince one garlic clove and add it to the tomato mixture.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and basil. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Meanwhile, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. Spread a thin layer of butter onto one side of each slice.
Place the baguette slices butter-side-up on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden.
While the bread toasts, cut the remaining garlic clove in half. Once the bread is out of the oven, gently rub the cut side of the garlic on the top of each slice. This adds a subtle garlic flavor to each piece.
Top each toasted baguette slice with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture, ensuring each piece has a little of each ingredient.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Julie and Julia Style!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 536 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 221 mg | 5% | |
*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.
