Easy Bruschetta Recipe

Two slices of toasted bread topped with a mixture of diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil are served on a white plate.

This easy classic bruschetta recipe is a perfect appetizer for parties and holiday gatherings. It has favorite Italian flavors of chopped fresh tomatoes and basil served on toasted baguette slices.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 39kcal

Author Sherri Hagymas

Ingredients

1 loaf baguette French or Italian
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 roma tomatoes
¼ cup Parmesan cheese shredded
¼ fresh basil chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375° F
Dice the tomatoes and place in a medium bowl. Add the parmesan cheese, basil, garlic, balsamic vinegar and olive oil and stir to combine well.
6 roma tomatoes, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, ¼ fresh basil, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste, 2 teaspoons olive oil
Slice the bread into thin slices (approximately ¼ inch thick)
1 loaf baguette, 2 tablespoons olive oil
Place them on a baking sheet and brush each side with olive oil.
Place in the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Turn over halfway through if desired.
After toasting the baguette, spoon the tomato mixture onto each slice.

Notes

Use cherry or grape tomatoes if desired.

Sprinkle parmesan cheese onto the slices of bread before baking then top with tomatoes.

Use fresh mozzarella balls instead or in addition to the parmesan cheese in the tomato mixture.

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