This bruschetta recipe is a traditional Italian appetizer that is easy to make at home. In this recipe, toasted bread is topped with a juice mix of tomatoes, garlic, balsamic vinegar, basil, and fresh Parmesan cheese. You will love this fresh and simple recipe.
Related: Manicotti, Spaghetti Bolognese, Burrata, Grilled Ziti, Caprese Skewers.
material
- French bread – Thinly sliced French bread makes the perfect toast for homemade bruschetta.
- olive oil – Extra virgin olive oil is essential for this recipe.
- Roma Tomato – This recipe uses Roma or plum tomatoes, chopped into small pieces. You can also use cherry tomatoes or fresh tomatoes when in season.
- Parmesan cheese – Freshly grated Parmesan is best.
- basil – Fresh chopped basil leaves.
- Garlic – Freshly chopped garlic adds flavor to this dish.
- Balsamic vinegar – Choose a high-quality balsamic vinegar for this recipe (you can also use a balsamic glaze as a garnish, but this mixture calls for vinegar, not glaze).
- salt – Kosher salt such as Maldon or flaky salt works best.
- Black pepper – Freshly ground black pepper is best.
Required EquipmentYou will need a mixing bowl, a knife, a cutting board to cut the ingredients, and a baking sheet to toast the bread in. You can use multiple plates or a large serving board to serve the bruschetta.
What is Bruschetta?
Bruschetta, pronounced “bruschetta” in Italian, refers to toasted bread topped with savory things. The most popular version of bruschetta is topped with a flavorful tomato mix. Bruschetta can be served with a variety of toppings such as roasted pepper bruschetta and peach bruschetta.
How to make it
Tomato Mix: First prepare the tomato mixture – it’s best to make it in advance and let it sit for an hour or two before plating and serving the toast – this allows the flavours to soak in and tastes the best.
In a bowl, gently mix the chopped tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, Parmesan, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Cover and set aside for at least 1 hour.
Toasted bread slicesTo make the toast, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Thinly slice the French bread and brush the top and bottom of the bread with olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes.
Optional: If desired, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top of each toast before baking.
assembly: Remove the toasts from the oven and your bruschetta is ready to serve. Top each toast with a generous dollop of the tomato mixture. Optionally, drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Tips on how to make it
- Pro Tip – After chopping the tomatoes, drain off any excess tomato juice. This will create a flavorful tomato topping and prevent it from becoming watery.
- basil – Basil is a delicately flavored herb and should be chopped but not crushed.
- Parmesan – Adding Parmesan cheese before toasting your bread will give it a cheesy flavor.
- Red onion – For a stronger flavour, mix in some finely chopped red onion or shallots.
- Fresh Mozzarella – For a cheesier variation, try melting some slices of fresh mozzarella on the toast or adding some shredded mozzarella to the tomato mix.
- Drizzle – To finish, you can add a drizzle of olive oil or balsamic vinegar if you like.
An easier appetizer
FAQ
What is the bruschetta topping made of?
The most common topping for bruschetta is a flavorful tomato mix: our recipe is made with olive oil, plum tomatoes, chopped basil, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar (not a glaze), salt, and pepper.
what The perfect bread for bruschetta?
Any kind of crusty, thick-crusted bread will do — we like French bread, ciabatta, or any kind of baguette — but a small piece of bread is essential for this bite-sized appetizer.
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Instructions
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Tomato Mix: First prepare the tomato mixture – it’s best made in advance and left to sit for an hour or two before plating the toast and serving. This will allow the flavors to infuse and make it taste the best it can. In a bowl, gently mix together the chopped tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, Parmesan, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Cover and let sit for at least 1 hour.
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Toasted bread slicesTo make the toast, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Thinly slice the French bread and brush the top and bottom of the bread with olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes.
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assembly: Remove the toasts from the oven and your bruschetta is ready to serve. Top each toast with a generous dollop of the tomato mixture. Optionally, drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Note
- Pro Tip – After chopping the tomatoes, drain off any excess tomato juice. This will create a flavorful tomato topping and prevent it from becoming watery.
- basil – Basil is a delicately flavored herb and should be chopped but not crushed.
- Parmesan – Adding Parmesan cheese before toasting your bread will give it a cheesy flavor.
- Red onion – For a stronger flavor, you can also mix in some finely chopped red onion or shallots.
- Fresh Mozzarella – For a cheesier variation, try melting some slices of fresh mozzarella on the toast or adding some shredded mozzarella to the tomato mix.
- Drizzle – To finish, you can add a drizzle of olive oil or balsamic vinegar if you like.
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Note: Nutrition is automatically calculated using Spoonacular for your convenience. We encourage you to use your own nutrition calculator if desired.
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