Tomato Basil Bruschetta Crostini Recipe (Print Version)
Discover a quick and delicious recipe for Tomato Basil Bruschetta Crostini - perfect for appetizers or light bites!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1 baguette
02 -
2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
03 -
1 head garlic
04 -
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
→ Seasonings & Spices
05 -
Salt
06 -
Pepper
→ Garnish & Toppings
07 -
Olive oil
08 -
Balsamic Glaze
→ Optional Extras
09 -
Red pepper flakes
10 -
Other fresh herbs
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices. Brush with olive oil and bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
02 -
Slice top of garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast alongside baguette for last 20 minutes.
03 -
Combine chopped tomatoes, roasted garlic, basil, olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently.
04 -
Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted baguette slices. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh basil.
05 -
Serve immediately while warm and crispy. Enjoy!
06 -
Wipe down counters, wash dishes, and bask in the glow of your culinary masterpiece. (Or collapse onto the sofa!)
# Notes:
01 -
Roasting the garlic mellows the flavor and makes it super sweet!
02 -
Leftovers are best enjoyed within 2 days. The bread will get soggy, so don't microwave them!
03 -
Sun-dried tomatoes are a great substitute for fresh if you're in a pinch.
04 -
Serve with a simple salad and a glass of chilled white wine for a perfect meal.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Baking sheet
02 -
foil
03 -
knife
04 -
bowl
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 200 calories
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 25g
Protein: 5g