Description
Elevate your appetizer game with this Italian Bruschetta Recipe, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This dish combines the freshness of ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil, enhanced by creamy goat cheese and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Each crunchy bite is bursting with savory flavors that will impress your guests at any gathering. Perfect for dinner parties or casual evenings at home, this bruschetta is quick to prepare and beautifully versatile, allowing you to customize toppings based on your preference.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds ripe cherry or Roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (chiffonade sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 shallot (diced)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 baguette (sliced on the diagonal)
- Optional: Garlic Fine Herb Goat Cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, shallot, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and mix gently.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
- Spread goat cheese on each toasted slice if using. Top generously with the tomato mixture.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over each bruschetta before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg