Tomato Bruschetta
Discover the ultimate bruschetta recipe! Simple, delicious and bursting with flavor, this Italian classic is guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. Bring some bubbly vibes to your dinner table tonight with this easy and flavorful dish.
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 239kcal
Ingredients
- 13- ounce Baguette Bread sliced 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick
- 3 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil divided
- 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Cheese optional
- 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
- 1/4 teasoon Garlic Powder optional
- 2 tablespoons Tablespoons Fresh Basil cut in thin strips
- Salt to Taste
- Pepper to Taste
- Balsamic Vinegar or Reduction optional
Instructions
- Prepare the bread by slicing it into ½ inch wide pieces.
- Brush both sides of the bread slices lightly with olive oil. Reserve 1/2 tablespoon for the tomatoes.
- Bake the bread in a 400℉ oven for 5 minutes, flip the bread and bake for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Alternatively, grill the bread over low heat until golden brown on both sides.
- If using, cut mozzarella cheese into small cubes. Place in a bowl.
- Cut tomatoes in half and remove seeds. Turn over onto paper towels to drain some of the liquid. Cut tomatoes into cubes roughly the same size as the mozzarella cubes. Place in a bowl with tomatoes.
- Cover with garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle olive oil over the top. Gently stir to mix. This can be eaten at room temperature or refrigerated.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or reduction as desired.
Notes
- Use the ripest and most flavorful tomatoes you can get your hands on!
- Deseeding the tomatoes before dicing them ensure that the bread won't get soggy from excess liquid.
- For best results, make sure to dice the tomatoes into small pieces - this will make them easier to keep on the bread.
- Finally, pay close attention while baking or grilling your focaccia - it can go from golden brown to burnt in a matter of seconds!
- Watch the bread closely when baking or grilling to prevent burning.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/8 of the recipe | Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.4g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 7.7g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 491mg | Fiber: 1.8g | Sugar: 2.8g
