Easy Best Bruschetta Recipes
Classic tomato-basil bruschetta with toasted baguette, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, and a touch of balsamic. Fresh, fast, and perfect for parties or an easy appetizer.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 cups ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 0.5 cups fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 0.75 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 loaf baguette, sliced 0.5 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for brushing bread
- 1 cloves garlic, halved (for rubbing toast)
- 0.25 cups red onion, finely minced optional
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Dice tomatoes and place in a colander for a few minutes to drain excess juice.
- In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and red onion if using. Stir and let sit 10 minutes to marry flavors.
- Heat oven to 425 F. Slice the baguette into 0.5 inch slices, arrange on a baking sheet, and brush both sides lightly with the 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Toast until golden at the edges, 5 to 8 minutes, flipping once if needed.
- While hot, rub the top of each toast with the cut side of the halved garlic clove.
- Spoon the tomato mixture over the toasts. For a melty option, add a slice of mozzarella to each toast, top with tomatoes, and return to the oven for 1 to 2 minutes to soften (optional).
- Serve immediately. Drizzle a little extra balsamic and olive oil if desired.
Notes
Use ripe, meaty tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened) for the best texture. Toast the bread just before serving to keep it crisp. If making ahead, keep the tomato mixture chilled and spoon onto toast at the last minute.