Description
This festive bruschetta recipe features a delicious mix of diced Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic tossed in balsamic vinegar and olive oil, served on toasted baguette slices with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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For the Tomato Bruschetta
- 6 Roma tomatoes, 1 1/2 lbs, diced
- 1/3 cup basil leaves, chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, divided
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- balsamic glaze (optional)
For the Toasts
- 1 baguette
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomato Bruschetta: In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, basil, 3 minced garlic cloves, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Make the Toasts: Slice the baguette and brush each slice with olive oil. Toast in the oven until crispy.
- Assemble: Rub each toast with a garlic clove, top with tomato mixture, and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings by adding diced red onion, olives, or capers to the tomato mixture.
- This bruschetta is best served immediately to keep the toasts crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg