Caprese Bruschetta
A delightful Italian appetizer featuring crusty bread topped with fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil.
- 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
- 4 ripe Fresh Tomatoes, diced
- 8 oz Creamy Mozzarella Cheese, sliced
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, torn
- 1 Baguette or Crusty Bread, sliced
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Tomatoes: Wash and dice the tomatoes into small cubes.
- Season the Tomatoes: Combine diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a bowl. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Slice the Bread: Cut baguette into diagonal slices about ½ inch thick.
- Toast the Bread: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and toast bread on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Prepare the Mozzarella: Slice or tear fresh mozzarella into rounds.
- Assemble the Bruschetta: Layer marinated tomatoes on toasted bread, topping with mozzarella.
- Add Fresh Basil: Sprinkle torn basil over the top.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle balsamic vinegar and sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Serve on a rustic platter, garnished with extra basil. Pairs well with white wine or sparkling lemonade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: bruschetta, caprese, appetizer, Italian, vegetarian, fresh ingredients