Irresistible 5-Minute Classic Bruschetta on Toast Recipe
A simple and classic bruschetta recipe with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil on toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Let the tomato mixture sit for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
- Spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bread slices.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust garlic to taste if preferred.
- Can be made ahead, but assemble just before serving to prevent soggy bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg