Classic Italian Bruschetta
A vibrant appetizer made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and olive oil on toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes by dicing them and placing them in a bowl with a pinch of salt. Let them sit to draw out their juices.
- Mix the chopped basil and minced garlic into the tomatoes.
- Dress the mixture with extra virgin olive oil and gently toss. Adjust with more salt or pepper as needed.
- Toast the baguette slices at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Assemble the bruschetta by spooning the tomato mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious bruschetta!
Notes
Bruschetta is best enjoyed fresh but you can prepare the tomato mixture ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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