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

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.
Course Appetizer
Keyword Balsamic Vinegar, Basil, Black Pepper, Bread, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parmesan Cheese, Tomatoes
Dietary Need Vegetarian
Cooking Method Oven
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 196kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Medium Bowl

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

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

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 538mg | Potassium: 424mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1107IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 4mg