Classic Italian Bruschetta
A simple yet flavorful Italian appetizer featuring toasted bread topped with diced tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic.
- 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 piece Baguette (fresh and crusty)
- 4 medium Tomatoes (diced)
- 3 tbsp Fresh Basil (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 clove Garlic (peeled for rubbing)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
- Optional Grated Parmesan Cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Prep the Tomatoes: Begin by dicing your tomatoes. Aim for a medium dice so they’ll easily adhere to the bread without falling off. Place the diced tomatoes in a mixing bowl.
- Mix in Basil and Season: Add the chopped fresh basil to the tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the extra virgin olive oil. Give it a gentle stir.
- Toast the Baguette: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into ½-inch thick slices. Arrange them on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Rub with Garlic: Once toasted, rub the peeled garlic clove over the surface of each slice.
- Assemble the Bruschetta: Spoon the tomato and basil mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil and Balsamic: Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Serve: Place the bruschetta on a platter and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Best served immediately while the bread is warm and crispy. Experiment with various toppings for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Bruschetta, Italian appetizer, tomato bread