Easy Best Bruschetta Recipes
Classic Italian-style bruschetta with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and a hint of balsamic piled onto golden, olive oil–brushed baguette toasts. Perfect as a quick appetizer or party starter.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 loaf French baguette cut into 0.5 inch-thick slices (about 12 to 16)
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 2.5 cup ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced Roma or plum preferred
- 0.5 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped optional
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved optional garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush tops with about 2 tbsp olive oil.
- Toast the bread for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crisp at the edges. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, red onion, balsamic vinegar, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss and let stand 10 minutes to marinate.
- Spoon the tomato mixture over the warm toasts. Drizzle with any bowl juices and garnish with Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Notes
For the best texture, assemble just before serving so the bread stays crisp. Use the ripest tomatoes you can find and seed them to avoid excess moisture. Make ahead: the tomato topping can be mixed up to 4 hours in advance and chilled; bring to room temperature and stir before using.