Description
A simple yet exquisite Italian appetizer featuring crispy bread topped with a fresh medley of tomatoes and basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette or Italian bread
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Top each toasted bread slice with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use the ripest tomatoes and the freshest basil. Keep the topping and bread separate if preparing ahead to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bruschetta, Italian appetizer, fresh tomatoes, summer dish, easy recipe