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Bruschetta served on a wooden board garnished with basil leaves
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Bruschetta Recipe

This bruschetta recipe comes together in a snap, is so delicious, and tastes so fresh. It is the perfect appetizer for guests.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Servings: 14 servings
Calories: 113kcal
Author: Lisa Longley

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces French bread cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 pound fresh tomatoes chopped, Roma tomatoes are my preference
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves sliced just before combining
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/4 teaspoon table salt
  • dash freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Brush the bread on each side lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place on the rimmed baking sheet. Toast for 3 minutes, flip the bread, and toast for 3 more minutes until it is lightly golden brown.
    16 ounces French bread, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • While the bread is toasting, combine the tomatoes, basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a large bowl. Toss and season with salt and pepper.
    1 pound fresh tomatoes, 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, dash freshly ground black pepper
  • Top the toasted bread with spoonfuls of the tomato mixture, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 280mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 293IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg