Ultimate Bruschetta
Ultimate Bruschetta is a vibrant appetizer that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This quick and easy dish features crusty baguette topped with juicy ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, making it a perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering. In just 15 minutes, you can create a colorful platter that not only pleases the palate but also brightens up any table setting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette (10 oz)
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into half-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- Toast bread in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let sit while bread toasts.
- Spoon tomato mixture generously onto toasted bread slices.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg