Description
Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil is a classic Italian appetizer that features fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and crispy toasted bread, making it a delightful and refreshing dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette or Italian bread, sliced
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the sliced bread on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
- Bake the bread for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Top each slice of toasted bread with the tomato and basil mixture.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add balsamic vinegar to the tomato mixture.
- Make sure to use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best taste.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be prepared in advance and assembled just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Bruschetta, Tomato, Basil, Italian Appetizer, Fresh, Easy Recipe