Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
Crisp toasted bread topped with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a sprinkle of cheese and red pepper flakes. A quick and easy appetizer or snack.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- 4 medium tomatoes
- ½ cup fresh basil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- 1
Slice the 1 baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange on a baking sheet. Toast in a 400°F oven until golden and crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
While bread toasts, dice the 4 tomatoes and chop the 1/2 cup basil. Mince the 2 garlic cloves and mix with the tomatoes, basil, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a bowl.
- 3
Rub the toasted bread slices with the remaining 1 garlic clove, then brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- 4
Top each slice with the tomato mixture, sprinkle with the 1/2 cup mozzarella and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- 5
Serve warm, garnished with extra basil if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- knife
- cutting board
- mixing bowl
- oven
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