Bruschetta with Tomatoes
A classic appetizer featuring toasted bread topped with a fresh tomato mixture, perfect for a light and flavorful start to any meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 150cal
Carbohydrate: 17g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
10 min Prep
5 min Cook
15 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 French baguette
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Dice the tomatoes into small cubes, about 1/4 inch in size. Aim to keep all pieces roughly the same size.
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely using a knife. Minced garlic releases more flavor, which is perfect for this dish.
- Combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir gently until all ingredients are well mixed.
- Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2 inch slices for a nice presentation. This can also help the bread hold the topping better.
- Place the slices onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Brush each slice with a bit of olive oil to help them toast nicely.
- Toast the bread in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
- While the bread is toasting, chiffonade the basil by stacking the leaves, rolling them tightly, and slicing across the roll to create thin ribbons.
- Once the bread is toasted, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Top each slice of bread with a spoonful of the tomato mixture. Try to get a mix of tomatoes, garlic, and juices on each slice.
- Sprinkle the chiffonade basil over the topped bread slices for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
- If desired, add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an added touch of richness.
