Easiest Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
A vibrant and simple bruschetta topped with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a hint of garlic, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette
- 3 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle the slices with olive oil and toast in the oven until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted baguette slices and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, serve immediately after assembling to maintain the bread’s crunchiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg