Bruschetta
Bruschetta, a traditional Italian antipasto, offers a tantalizing blend of flavors and textures that captivate the palate. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Rome, where farmers would toast bread slices and rub them with garlic, drizzling them with freshly pressed olive oil.
Servings 4
Calories 364kcal
Ingredients
- 1 baguette or rustic Italian bread sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 4-5 ripe tomatoes diced
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 clove of garlic halved (for rubbing on the bread)
- Extra basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Alternatively, you can grill the slices on a grill pan or barbecue.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and let the flavors meld together for about 10 minutes.
- Once the bread is toasted, take the halved garlic clove and rub it gently over the surface of each bread slice. This will give a subtle garlic flavor to the bread.
- Top and Serve
- Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each bread slice. Garnish with extra basil leaves if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 364kcal