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Bruschetta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 250
A classic Italian appetizer featuring toasted bread topped with a fresh tomato-basil mixture.

Ingredients

Bread

  • 1 loaf Italian bread (approximately 450 grams)

Tomato

  • 500 grams ripe tomatoes

Garlic

  • 4 cloves garlic (minced, divided for brushing and topping)

Black pepper powder

  • to taste black pepper

Balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Olive oil

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided for brushing and topping)

Salt

  • to taste salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 180°C. Slice bread into 1.5 cm pieces.
  • Mix 2 minced garlic cloves with 2 tbsp olive oil; brush onto bread slices.
  • Bake slices for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Combine chopped tomatoes, basil, red onion, garlic, balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Top toasted bread with tomato mixture and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Tomato