Tomato Basil Bruschetta Recipe
One of the most famous Italian appetizers, simply delicious and very easy to make.
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Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 18kcal
Ingredients
- 1 long loaf of Italian or similar bread cut into half inch slices
- 2 large garlic cloves whole
- 3 large garlic cloves minced fine
- 1 lb chopped fresh tomatoes such as plum or cherry. Canned San Marzano Tomatoes will also do
- 15-20 fresh basil leaves chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- fresh lemon juice or balsamic vinegar to taste. Optional.
Instructions
- Combine tomatoes, basil and minced garlic in a non-metal bowl. This topping will sit for a while, and a metal bowl may affect the taste
- Drizzle topping with olive oil, fresh-squeezed lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, just to taste. Then let this sit covered for an hour or two to let the flavors combine
- Grill each slice of bread on both sides, being careful to toast them well but not to let them burn
- Rub the cut side of each grilled piece with a whole clove of garlic, then drizzle lightly with olive oil
- Serve your bruschetta with the topping already on it, or in a bowl on the side
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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