Authentic Italian Bruschetta
A refreshing Italian appetizer that bursts with delicious Mediterranean flavors.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 8 Roma tomatoes
- ⅓ cup Red onion
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1½ tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- ½ cup Basil leaves
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
Toasted Bread
- 1 Baguette
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Cut the tomatoes in half and scoop out the seeds. Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a bowl.
- Chop red onion and grate the garlic, add them over the tomatoes.
- Stack the basil leaves on the cutting board, tightly roll them and thinly slice them. Add the chopped basil leaves, salt, pepper, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar to the tomatoes and mix well. Cover and refrigerate while you're preparing the bread.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices and drizzle with a bit of olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes, flip and toast for an additional 3 o 5 minutes until golden.
- Rub each slice of toasted bread with garlic and place them on a serving platter.
- Top the toasted baguette slices with the bruschetta mixture and serve.
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Notes
Choose Ripe Tomatoes: Use ripe Roma tomatoes that are firm but yield slightly to pressure when selecting ingredients for your bruschetta.
Seed Tomatoes for Better Texture: Scoop out the seeds of the Roma tomatoes before chopping them for the bruschetta topping. This prevent excess moisture, ensuring that the topping stays fresh and flavorful without becoming watery.
Mince Garlic Finely: When incorporating garlic into the bruschetta topping, finely mince or grate the garlic cloves for even distribution of flavor.
Let Flavors Marinate: Allow the bruschetta topping to marinate for at least 15 to 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and develop, resulting in a more flavorful and cohesive topping.
Toast Baguette Just Right: Toast the baguette slices until they are golden brown and crispy, but not overly crunchy. It should be easy to bite into.
Customize with Additional Ingredients: Get creative with your bruschetta topping by adding additional ingredients such as diced avocado or crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor and texture.
Experiment with Seasonings: Try adding dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, or fresh thyme for a unique twist on the classic recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 457mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 795IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 2mg