Classic tomato bruschetta is so delicious, you’d never guess it was so easy! You can whip up my favorite appetizer in just a few minutes- and do most of the work ahead of time!
Bruschetta is a wonderful appetizer that can be made in about 15-20 minutes, and only has a few ingredients to contend with. Plus, do you know anyone that doesn’t enjoy a fresh combination of tomatoes, basil and garlic on toasted garlic bread?
The answer is no.
There are a few things that I love to see on a restaurant appetizer list- spinach artichoke dip (to the point where it has become a joke between David and I), mozzarella sticks, and bruschetta.
I made this when we first moved to Florida to accompany the cocktails for my weekly Friday happy hour with my girlfriends from around the corner- none were left by the time the martinis were gone!
Yes, I resort to food & cocktail bribery to make friends here. It works. I think. No shame.
One of my favorite things about this recipe, especially come summer time, is the fact that I can trot out to the garden and grab a huge handful of basil and a few gorgeously ripe Roma tomatoes off the vine, bring them inside and throw them in a bowl for the ultimate summer garden snack.
What you need:
Almost nothing.
- [easyazon_link identifier=”B016OP6N3M” locale=”US” tag=”gogogogo03-20″]Cutting board[/easyazon_link] and knife- I heartily recommend using a [easyazon_link identifier=”B00DAYTS92″ locale=”US” tag=”gogogogo03-20″]serrated knife[/easyazon_link] for slicing the tomatoes. It is way easier than a straight knife on the tender skin of the tomatoes.
- [easyazon_link identifier=”B000WG14FC” locale=”US” tag=”gogogogo03-20″]Offset spatula[/easyazon_link]- for spreading the garlic spread.
- [easyazon_link identifier=”B072JVNQQB” locale=”US” tag=”gogogogo03-20″]Small serving bowl[/easyazon_link]- if this is a grazing sort of get together, I’d recommend putting your bruschetta topping in a pretty bowl alongside your toasted baguette slices. If you put the topping on too far in advance, your bread will get soggy.
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Tomato-Basil Bruschetta
Ingredients
- 4 roma tomatoes seeded and chopped
- 1 glove garlic pressed
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1 tsp salt
- pinch sugar
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 T olive oil
- Baguette sliced diagonally into crostini; 3/4" thickness, about 15 slices
Instructions
- Heat a grill over high heat. Mix together all ingredients and allow flavors to meld for about 10 minutes. Brush bread slices with olive oil. Grill until toasted and golden brown (conversely, you can throw them under the broiler in your oven). Spoon tomato mixture on top of crostinis, serve immediately.
Tami says
Looks so yummy but how do you make the garlic spread?
Jacqueline says
I don’t make it, it’s from the grocery store. I think almost all grocery stores bakery sections have started carrying it in some form or another one. It’s been awhile since I have run into a store that doesn’t have it. If you can’t find it, you can also drizzle it with olive oil, toast it, then rub it with the cut side of a halved garlic clove. 🙂
Samantha Dawn says
Such a classic appetizer for good reason; quick, easy and super delicious!
Lane Patten says
So delicious! I love the fresh tomatoes! Definitely a keeper of a recipe!
Joanie says
I love this recipe. My husband I have made this our meal on some evenings. With a nice glass of red wine, it’s perfection!
Claire says
There really is nothing better than bruschetta done well!!!
I often make it for lunch 😀
Your recipe is brilliant. I love using the garlic spread rather than just a cut garlic clove. It makes sure the bread goes nice and crispy!