Description
My Fave Easy Classic Bruschetta is a light, fresh, and flavorful appetizer made with juicy tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and parmesan on crisp toasted baguette slices. It’s the perfect summer snack or starter, ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
- 6 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or fresh basil)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Arrange baguette slices on the baking sheet and toast for about 5 minutes, until golden and crisp.
- In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, vinegar, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme. Mix well.
- Add grated parmesan to the tomato mixture and toss gently.
- Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of the tomato mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
- Serve immediately while the bread is still warm and crisp.
Notes
- Roast tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, and herbs for deeper flavor.
- Add mozzarella or burrata for creaminess.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a tangy finish.
- Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version.
- Store toppings and bread separately for freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
