Description
Classic Italian Bruschetta is the ultimate easy-to-make appetizer bursting with fresh flavors of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and garlic on a perfectly crisp baguette. Ready in just 20 minutes, this timeless recipe is perfect for entertaining, casual snacks, or as a light, healthy starter!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette (sliced into ½-inch slices)
- 4 medium tomatoes (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled, for rubbing on bread)
- 3 tbsp fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush each slice with olive oil.
- Toast the bread for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Let the slices cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss to mix well.
- Rub each toasted baguette slice with the peeled garlic clove for an extra burst of flavor.
- Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each slice of bread. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, vibrant appetizer!
Notes
- For best results, use ripe, fresh tomatoes for maximum flavor.
- Toast the bread just before serving to keep it crispy.
- Feel free to add toppings like diced avocado, mozzarella, or roasted red peppers for a twist.
- If preparing ahead, store the tomato mixture and bread separately to avoid soggy bruschetta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking & Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg