Description
Bruschetta is a vibrant Italian appetizer that combines toasted bread with fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and garlic for a delightful burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush each slice with olive oil.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, pepper, and remaining olive oil.
- Top each toasted slice with the tomato mixture and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider roasting the garlic before adding it to the topping mixture.
- Experiment by adding toppings like feta cheese or olives for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (30g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg