Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil: Easy, Fresh, and Flavorful Delight

Classic Italian bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and basil, served on toasted bread. Perfect appetizer for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Total Time 40

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Servings slices

Calories 158 kcal

Equipment

Baking sheet
Cooling Rack
Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Bread

1 loaf Italian loaf, french loaf, or baguette Approximately 364 g

Toppings

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Plus more for brushing
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt Plus more for seasoning
1 clove garlic Peeled and cut in half
2 pounds roma tomatoes About 10 tomatoes, diced
0.25 cup white onion Finely minced
0.25 cup basil leaves Thinly sliced
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 450ºF (232ºC).
Cut the bread into ½" or ¾" thick slices.
Brush both sides with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake until lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side.
Rub the cut-side of garlic on the toasted bread for extra flavor.
Dice tomatoes and combine in a medium bowl.
Add onions, basil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the tomatoes. Stir in olive oil.
Top the toasted bread with the tomato mixture and serve immediately.

Notes

For a stronger garlic flavor, add 2 teaspoons of minced garlic instead of 1 teaspoon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 161mgPotassium: 177mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 420IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil, Easy Bruschetta, Fresh Bruschetta, Italian Appetizer, Toasted Bread Snack, Tomato Basil Bruschetta

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