Bruschetta
A delightful appetizer featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and crispy toasted bread, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Baguette
- 4 Ripe Tomatoes, diced
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 Cup Fresh Basil, chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch pieces on a slight diagonal.
- Toast the bread on a baking sheet for about 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Prep the tomato mixture by combining diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Let the mixture marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Assemble the bruschetta by piling the tomato mixture onto each toasted bread slice.
- Serve and enjoy your masterpiece!
Notes
For an extra zing, rub a halved garlic clove on each slice before adding the tomato mix. Don’t rush the toasting process for the perfect crunch!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bruschetta, appetizer, summer, fresh tomatoes, Italian
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