Description
This Fresh Cherry Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Recipe is a delightful Italian appetizer bursting with the flavors of ripe cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a hint of garlic, all atop crispy toasted baguette slices.
Ingredients
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For the Bruschetta:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 garlic clove, peeled (for rubbing bread)
- Additional olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toast the baguette: Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and toast for 6–8 minutes until golden.
- Prepare the tomato mixture: In a bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Assemble: Rub garlic on toasted bread, top with tomato mixture, and serve.
Notes
- You can prepare the tomato mixture up to 2 hours in advance.
- For extra flavor, add Parmesan or balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook, Toasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta piece
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
