Bruschetta is such an easy appetizer and it’s so delicious! I recommend using Roma tomatoes – they keep their shape and freshness longer than most varieties. Be sure to seed them well so that the bread doesn’t’ become soggy with the added moisture. I admit I cheat by buying prepared garlic from the produce department – it’s already minced and ready to go.
- 1 ½ lbs tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- 2 Tbls olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- ¼ C fresh basil chiffonade*
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 (1 lb) loaf French bread, cut into ½” thick diagonal slices
- In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, 1 Tbl olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour (can be made up to one day before).
- Meanwhile, brush bread slices on one side and the grill rack with 1 Tbl oil
- Grill the bread over medium heat 2 minutes on each side, or until browned.
- Top with tomato mixture and serve immediately.
These also make a great open-faced lunch sandwich. Just cut the bread on a steeper diagonal for a larger slice. Also add some parmesan cheese or mozzarella for protein. Don’t have a grill? Make these under the broiler and use organic olive oil spray instead of brushed on olive oil to save calories.
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been wanting to make this and was too lazy to look for a recipe so thanks
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mmmm, we love bruchetta, what a great looking recipe. i have a deli that we make a simple cold bruchetta, so i think i might try this and see if our customers like it. i bet they would, thank you so much for the graet recipe
Grilled is so good….. mmmmmmm…. enjoy!
This looks so good! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
It’s delicious. I’ve made it many times since that post. 🙂
This looks delicious and something that I can certainly make! I have never heard of Chiffonade before this though.
I thought a chiffonade was something whipped and sweet….who knew it was actually a cutting technique! 🙂
You are not going to believe it, but it is so hot where I am that I have been making Chicken Bruschetta for my family and it tastes so delicious. What I like about Bruschetta is that it can be paired with a nice piece of grilled meat and some fruit for a full meal. I like this recipe! I can see myself making it!