Tomato Bruschetta

Elena Butuc

Discover the simplicity and flavor of a classic Italian appetizer with our Tomato Bruschetta recipe. This dish turns basic ingredients like fresh, seasonal tomatoes, aromatic basil, and quality olive oil into a delightful treat. Perfect for a healthy snack or a crowd-pleasing starter, bruschetta offers a taste of Italy that's both delicious and straightforward to prepare. Follow our guide to create crispy, flavorful bruschetta topped with a rich and aromatic tomato mix, guaranteed to impress at any table.

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Ingredients

Metric US

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White bread

1 piece

Feel free to choose wholemeal, white, or rye according to your preference.

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Tomatoes

4 pieces

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Basil

3 pieces

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Garlic cloves

5 pieces

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Extravirgin olive oil

40 ml

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Salt

0.5 tsp

adjust to taste

Step by step

Step 1

Select ripe, seasonal tomatoes for their exceptional taste.

During off-season periods, cherry tomatoes are recommended for their sweetness.

Step 2

Slice the tomatoes into quarters and remove the seeds to ensure the flesh remains firm and less juicy.

Lightly salt each slice.

Step 3

Place the tomato slices on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess juice for 20-30 minutes.

Step 4

Prepare the bread by cutting it into thin slices. Arrange on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake at a moderate temperature for 5-7 minutes until the edges start to golden. Allow cooling slightly afterward.

Step 5

After draining, dice the tomato slices and mix with finely chopped garlic (reserve one clove for the bread).

Step 6

Chop the basil and incorporate half into the tomato mixture, reserving the remainder for garnish.

Add olive oil and adjust salt to taste.

Step 7

Rub each bread slice with the remaining garlic clove for added flavor.

Step 8

To ensure the bruschetta retains its crunch, top the bread slices with the tomato mixture just before serving. Keep the components separate until then.

Enjoy this classic Tomato Bruschetta as a delightful start to any meal or a tasty snack that celebrates the simplicity and flavors of Italian cuisine.