Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

This is one of my go-to recipes when I want to whip up something quick and tasty. The combination of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and crispy bread is always a winner in my book. Plus, it’s so easy to make that anyone can do it!

Ingredients

  • -6 to 7 ripe tomatoes
  • -2 cloves garlic, minced
  • -1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • -1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • -6 to 8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced or chopped
  • -3/4 teaspoon sea salt, more or less to taste
  • -1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, more or less to taste
  • -1 baguette, French bread, or similar Italian bread
  • -1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

2. Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Make shallow cuts in a cross pattern at the tip ends of the tomatoes.

3. Remove pot from heat and blanch tomatoes for 1 minute. Peel off skins and cut out stem base with a paring knife.

4. Cut tomatoes into halves or quarters and squeeze out most of the juices and seeds.

5. Finely chop tomatoes and place in a medium bowl with garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.

6.. Slice baguette on the diagonal making half-inch thick slices

7 Toast slices in oven on top rack for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned around edges

8 Arrange toast on platter

9 Serve plain with tomato mixture on side or top each slice with some of the mixture

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving size: 1 slice of toast with tomato mixture
  • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 4.5 g
  • Saturated fat: 0.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 230 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Protein 6g
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Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

FAQs

What is the topping on bruschetta called?

The topping on bruschetta is typically a chopped fresh tomato topping, but technically it is just the toast itself that is considered the bruschetta. The tomato topping is simply the most common one associated with the toast. Other possible toppings for bruschetta include various meats, cheeses, vegetables, and even fruits.

How do you make original bruschetta?

There are many ways to make bruschetta, but there are a few key ingredients that you’ll need no matter which recipe you choose. First, you’ll need some kind of bread. Tuscan bread is traditional, but any Italian-style bread will do. Next, you’ll need tomatoes – cherry tomatoes are traditional, but any variety will work. Finally, you’ll need olive oil, garlic, and fresh basil leaves.

To start, slice your bread into thin pieces and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the top and then bake at a high temperature until the bread is crusty and golden brown. While the bread is baking, prepare your tomatoes by chopping them into small pieces.

Once the bread is out of the oven, rub each piece with a garlic clove. Then top with chopped tomatoes and freshly torn basil leaves.

Should bruschetta topping be hot or cold?

There are two schools of thought when it comes to bruschetta topping: hot or cold. Let’s break down the pros and cons of each approach.

For those who prefer their bruschetta topping hot, the argument is simple: heat brings out the flavors of the ingredients, resulting in a more flavorful dish. tomatoes, for example, are notoriously bland when not heated. furthermore, heating the toppings allows them to meld together in a way that they wouldn’t be able to otherwise.

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On the other hand, some argue that cold toppings are actually superior. Cold ingredients retain their individual flavors better than cooked ones do, so you’re able to taste each ingredient more clearly. This can be especially important with delicate ingredients like herbs; if you cook them, they can easily become muted and lost in the dish as a whole. In addition, many believe that cold dishes simply taste fresher than their hot counterparts.

How do you make bruschetta bread?

Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that typically consists of grilled bread that is rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil. The bread is then topped with tomatoes, basil, and sometimes other ingredients like balsamic vinegar or Parmesan cheese.

There are many different ways to make bruschetta, but the basic steps are generally the same. First, you will need to slice some French bread into thin pieces. Next, you will brush the bread with olive oil and grill or broil it until it is crisp and slightly charred around the edges. Once the bread is cooked, rub each piece lightly with a garlic clove.

Now it’s time to assemble your bruschettas! Start by spooning diced tomatoes onto each piece of bread. You can use any type of tomato you like, but fresh plum tomatoes tend to work best. Add a sprinkle of salt and pepper, then top with some chopped fresh basil leaves. If you want, you can also drizzle on a bit of balsamic vinegar or sprinkle on some grated Parmesan cheese.

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