Delicious Tomato and Goat Cheese Bruschetta
A simple and flavorful Tomato and Goat Cheese Bruschetta perfect for any occasion.
- 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
- 5 oz French bread baguette, sliced diagonally into ten ½-ounce slices
- ½ cup chopped tomatoes (sweet cherry or diced Roma)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 oz goat cheese, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the baguette by placing slices on a baking sheet and drizzling with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Mix the chopped tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each slice of toast.
- Assemble by spooning the tomato mixture over the cheese on each bruschetta.
- Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately while the bread is still warm.
Notes
For variations, try adding avocado, roasted veggies, or fruits like peaches for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: bruschetta, tomato, goat cheese, appetizer, Italian