Classic Italian Bruschetta Toasts with Mozzarella
Delightful bruschetta toasts topped with creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil, perfect for any gathering.
- 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
- ½ loaf rustic Italian or sourdough bread (preferably Ciabatta), sliced ½ inch thick
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn or sliced
- 3–4 medium Roma or vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, chiffonade or roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Sea salt and fresh black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the bread and arrange on a baking sheet, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Combine diced tomatoes, torn mozzarella, basil, and garlic in a mixing bowl.
- Season the mixture with sea salt and black pepper, and let it marinate for a few minutes.
- Rub the toasted bread with the garlic, then spoon the tomato mixture over each slice.
- Finish with a sprinkle of salt and another drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
Best served fresh. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for one day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: bruschetta, mozzarella, Italian appetizer, summer dish, fresh ingredients