Description
A classic and refreshing Tomato Bruschetta with a flavorful balsamic glaze, featuring fresh diced tomatoes, basil, and garlic served on toasted Italian bread slices. Perfect as an appetizer or snack with vibrant colors and a delightful balance of tangy and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Topping
- 1 cup tomatoes, pitted and diced (about 4 roma tomatoes)
- ¼ cup red onion, diced (about ¼ red onion)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Balsamic Glaze
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
Bread and Topping
- ½ loaf of Italian bread or French baguette, sliced into ½ inch slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Make the tomato topping: In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well mixed. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for one hour to allow flavors to meld, although you may serve it immediately if preferred.
- Make the balsamic glaze: Pour balsamic vinegar into a small pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Continue to cook, reducing the vinegar by half, which takes about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and pour the glaze into a small bowl to cool. The glaze will thicken and become glossy as it cools, similar in consistency to liquid honey.
- Toast the bread: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a small bowl, mix olive oil and garlic powder. Brush the top of each bread slice with the olive oil mixture. Arrange the slices on a quarter sheet baking pan and toast in the oven for 10 minutes until they turn light golden brown and crisp.
- Assemble the bruschetta: Spoon the tomato topping generously onto each toasted bread slice. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top of each serving. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp bread and fresh flavors.
Notes
- Make the tomato topping up to one day ahead and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stir gently before serving.
- The balsamic glaze can be prepared up to one month ahead and stored in a clean glass jar or airtight container in the refrigerator.
- For best texture, toast the bread fresh just before serving. Toasting it a day ahead may cause it to lose crunch and become hard.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
