Tomato Basil Bruschetta: 8 Glorious Italian Bites
Enjoy a taste of Italy with this classic Tomato Basil Bruschetta. Toasted bread is topped with fresh, diced tomatoes, fragrant basil, and drizzled with olive oil for a simple yet delicious appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 cups diced ripe tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and toasted.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Season the tomato mixture with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.
- For a richer flavor, rub a clove of garlic on the toasted bread before adding the topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: Approx. 100-120 (will vary based on ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 2-3g
- Sodium: Approx. 100-150mg
- Fat: Approx. 5-7g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 4-6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 10-12g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg