Balsamic dressing, tomatoes, mozzarella, and spinach on two pieces of bread on a wooden cutting board.

Balsamic Bruschetta

Recipe Adapted from: allrecipes.com
Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is easy to make at home. Toasted bread is topped with tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and fresh basil. Use a high-quality balsamic vinegar for best results.

Ingredients 

  • 1 loaf Bread French, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 8 Tomatoes Plum, chopped
  • 1/3 cup Basil Fresh, chopped
  • 1 ounce Parmesan cheese Grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 3 tsp Olive Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Medium Bowl

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. Toast bread until golden, 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, toss together tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a bowl. Mix in balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.
  • Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Balsamic Bruschetta
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
196
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Cholesterol
 
2
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
538
mg
23
%
Potassium
 
424
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
 
33
g
11
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
1107
IU
22
%
Vitamin C
 
17
mg
21
%
Calcium
 
165
mg
17
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Balsamic Vinegar, Basil, Black Pepper, Bread, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parmesan Cheese, Tomatoes