Bruschetta
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Bruschetta
Description
This Bruschetta recipe begins by slicing a baguette on the diagonal into half-inch thick pieces, brushing them with olive oil, and baking at 450°F until they develop a browned, crisp surface. Meanwhile, ripe tomatoes are diced finely and mixed with salt, chopped fresh basil, and olive oil. Excess liquid is drained from the tomato mixture to prevent sogginess when assembled.
The marinated tomatoes are spooned onto the toasted bread slices, which are then drizzled with balsamic glaze for a sweet-acidic contrast. The result is a balance between the crunchy bread texture and the bright, aromatic tomato topping highlighted by basil and olive oil.
This dish can be assembled shortly before serving or made a few hours in advance if the tomato mixture is refrigerated tightly covered. It works well as an appetizer or light snack, showcasing fresh summer tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette French Bread
- 2 pounds tomatoes ripe
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup basil chopped, fresh
- 5 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
- balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the baguette on the diagonal into 24 slices that are approximately ½ inch thick. Place them on the baking sheet and brush the tops with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil. Bake for 4-6 minutes until browned.
- Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a medium mixing bowl. Stir in the salt, fresh basil and remaining olive oil. Toss until combined. Drain off any excess liquid from the tomatoes.
- Top each piece of bread with the tomato mixture. Drizzle the balsamic glaze. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- The tomato topping can be prepared one or two days in advance and stored refrigerated, covered.
- Drain any excess liquid from the tomato mixture before assembly to prevent soggy bread.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 115mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 341IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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