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Tomato Basil Bruschetta (Easy Summer Appetizer)

Tomato Basil Bruschetta (Easy Summer Appetizer): One Simple Joy


  • Author: Sienna Hartwell
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 bruschetta pieces
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and fresh summer appetizer featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and toasted bread.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 2 cups chopped ripe tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
  3. Brush slices with olive oil.
  4. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
  5. In a bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use the freshest, ripest tomatoes you can find for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.
  • You can rub a clove of garlic on the toasted bread before adding the tomato mixture for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg