Description
This Tomato Basil Bruschetta is a delightful blend of fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, creating a quick and tasty appetizer that everyone will love. It’s perfect for gatherings or as a simple snack, showcasing the vibrant flavors of summer with easy preparation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 vine ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 small onion
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 fine sea salt
- 1 french baguette, sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- crumbled feta
- balsamic vinegar glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dice the tomatoes and onion, placing them in a medium serving bowl.
- Remove the seeds and juice from the tomatoes.
- Add freshly chopped basil, minced garlic, dried oregano, black pepper, and sea salt to the bowl and stir to combine; set aside to marinate.
- Slice the baguette diagonally into bite-sized pieces and lightly brush both sides with extra virgin olive oil.
- Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for about 8 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through the baking time.
- Transfer the toasted baguette slices to a serving platter.
- Before serving, drain any excess liquid from the bruschetta mixture.
- Spoon the marinated tomato mixture onto each toast, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
Notes
Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor; choose ripe tomatoes and fresh basil.
You can adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg