Description
A simple and delicious classic bruschetta recipe with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on toasted bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for toasting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bread slices.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Toast the bread just before serving to keep it crisp.
- Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg