Mom's Bruschetta
Bursting with the vibrant flavors of Italy, Mom's Bruschetta is a quick and easy appetizer that combines simple ingredients for a truly delicious result. Fresh Roma tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a hint of garlic are tossed with extra virgin olive oil and a splash of balsamic vinegar, creating a perfectly balanced topping. Served on crispy slices of toasted baguette rubbed with garlic and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this bruschetta is both rustic and elegant. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the ideal dish for parties, light snacks, or any occasion where you want to impress with minimal effort. Perfectly capturing the essence of homemade goodness, this recipe is one you’ll return to time and time again.
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Ingredients
- 4 whole Roma tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 whole French baguette
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small cubes and transfer them to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the tomatoes.
Step 4
Mince one garlic clove and mix it into the tomato and basil mixture.
Step 5
Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss everything together gently and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Slice the baguette into approximately 1/2-inch-thick slices on the diagonal.
Step 7
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
Step 8
Remove the baguette from the oven and immediately rub each slice with the remaining whole garlic clove for a hint of garlic flavor.
Step 9
Spoon the tomato mixture onto each baguette slice, ensuring the topping is evenly distributed.
Step 10
Sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese on top of each bruschetta for added flavor.
Step 11
Serve immediately while the bread is still slightly warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (583.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1140.4 |
| Total Fat 46.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 8.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2636.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 158.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.1g | |
| Protein 27.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 191.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 975.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories