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Fresh Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
This Easy Tomato Bruschetta is an authentic Italian recipe that is the absolute best appetizer when you're in a pinch! Simply combine tomatoes with garlic, basil, and balsamic vinegar for an easy mix.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups tomatoes seeded and finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil divided
- 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
- 1 baguette cut into 1-inch pieces, optional
- Balsamic glaze optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- In a large bowl combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, onion, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until just combined.
- If serving with bread: Brush 1 tablespoon of olive oil over all of the baguette pieces. Lay bread on a large baking sheet in a single layer. Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Top toasted baguette pieces with a spoonful of bruschetta and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, serve as a dip, or on top of grilled chicken. Enjoy!
Notes
Meal Prep and Storage
- To Prep-Ahead: You can prepare it entirely and chill it overnight. Just do not combine it with bread until you are ready to serve.
- To Store: Fresh tomato bruschetta will store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- To Freeze: While you can freeze it, the tomatoes will lose a large majority of their flavor and it will become quite watery after thawing.
Nutrition
Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg