Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
Discover the joy of making Tomato and Basil Bruschetta, a quintessential Italian appetizer that’s bursting with fresh flavors and is incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in, this dish combines ripe cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and aromatic garlic with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 as an appetizer 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large whole wheat baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Brush each baguette slice with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
- Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Rub each toasted slice with the halved garlic clove for added flavor.
- Top each slice generously with the marinated tomato mixture and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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