Description
Irresistible Bruschetta brings Italian countryside charm to your table with crisp bread, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Crusty slices become flavor canvases that transport you straight to Mediterranean sunshine.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 cup red grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup yellow grape tomatoes, halved
- 16 basil leaves, thinly sliced
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper
Bread and Oil:
- 1 whole baguette
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Infuse olive oil with minced garlic over low heat, creating an aromatic base for the bruschetta.
- Combine diced tomatoes with the garlic-infused oil, introducing balsamic vinegar, freshly chopped basil, and seasoning to enhance the flavor profile.
- Prepare baguette by cutting into diagonal slices, ensuring an elegant presentation and optimal surface area for topping.
- Lightly coat bread slices with olive oil, then grill or toast in a skillet until edges turn golden brown and crisp, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Allow toasted bread to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes to maintain structural integrity.
- Generously spoon the marinated tomato mixture atop each crisp bread slice, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves for a vibrant visual appeal and enhanced herbal essence.
- Serve immediately to preserve the contrast between the crunchy bread and the juicy, flavorful tomato mixture.
Notes
- Slice tomatoes uniformly to ensure even marinating and consistent texture across the bruschetta.
- Opt for ripe, in-season tomatoes for maximum flavor and natural sweetness that elevates the entire dish.
- Let tomato mixture rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow ingredients to meld and develop deeper taste profiles.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives like using zucchini slices or gluten-free bread for individuals with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 213 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg