Bruschetta Recipe
Grilled bread topped with tomatoes and basil
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Ingredients
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Bread
Topping
Method
Preparing the Bread
- 1
Slice the Baguette
Using a serrated knife, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
- 2
Brush with Olive Oil
Lay the slices on a baking sheet and brush one side of each slice with olive oil.
- 3
Grill the Bread
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the oiled side of the bread down on the grill and toast for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Flip and grill for another 1-2 minutes.
Preparing the Topping
- 4
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 5
Add Basil and Garlic
Chop the fresh basil leaves and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 6
Season the Mixture
Add salt and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir everything together until well combined.
Assembling the Bruschetta
- 7
Top the Grilled Bread
Spoon the tomato and basil mixture generously onto the grilled side of each slice of bread.
- 8
Serve Immediately
Serve the bruschetta immediately while the bread is still warm and enjoy!
