Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
Make Tomato Bruschetta Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Bruschetta Topping
Bread
Method
Preparing the Topping
- 1
Chop the Tomatoes
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Basil and Garlic
Chop the fresh basil leaves and mince the garlic cloves. Add both to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- 3
Season the Mixture
Add balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir gently to combine all ingredients well.
- 4
Let It Rest
Allow the topping to sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Preparing the Bread
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Slice the Bread
Slice the baguette or Italian bread into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- 7
Brush with Olive Oil
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with olive oil on one side.
- 8
Toast the Bread
Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Assembling the Bruschetta
- 9
Top the Bread
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Spoon the tomato topping generously onto each slice.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately while the bread is still warm, optionally garnished with extra basil leaves.
