Garlic Bread Bruschetta

This Garlic Bread Bruschetta combines juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, salty parmesan, and a splash of balsamic vinegar. That first bite, with its crunch giving way to bright, balsamic-kissed sweetness, is summer on a plate.

It comes together in under twenty minutes using simple, fresh ingredients, so you don’t need to be an experienced cook to pull off something that looks and tastes impressive. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just want a light, fresh snack, this recipe always delivers.

Helpful Tips

• Don’t skip the acid. A small splash of good balsamic vinegar in the tomato mixture brightens everything up and balances the richness of the olive oil and garlic. Add it right before serving so it doesn’t make the tomatoes weep too much.
• Toast the bread until truly crisp: A sturdy, golden crouton holds up much better under the juicy tomato topping than a softer, lightly toasted slice.
• Assemble just before serving: Topping the bread too early can make it soggy, so wait until you’re ready to serve to load up each slice.

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Garlic Bread Bruschetta

This Garlic Bread Bruschetta combines juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, salty parmesan, and a splash of balsamic vinegar.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 18 Crostini

Calories 126 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 18 slices Italian or French baguette sliced ½” thick
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to season
• 2 cups fresh grape or cherry tomatoes diced
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
• 1/4 cup fresh basil chiffonade
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400˚ F(200˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Brush each of the slices of bread with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place them on the baking sheet and toast for about 8 minutes, until golden. Remove from the oven.
• Meanwhile, put the tomatoes in a mixing bowl with the cheese and basil. Stir. Taste and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Add the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine.
• Load up each of the bread slices with the tomato mixture. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 222mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 109IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 1mg

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