Description
A classic Italian appetizer featuring fresh tomatoes and basil on toasted bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 French baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil.
- Add salt to taste and mix well.
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bread.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Can add balsamic vinegar for extra tang.
- Best served fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Bruschetta, Tomato, Basil, Italian appetizer