Easy Bruschetta is a simple appetizer to start your meal off right! This recipe is fresh, flavorful, and easy enough for weeknight dinners. You’ll love the flavors of juicy Roma tomatoes, robust balsamic vinegar, herby basil ribbons, and crispy French bread. Easy Bruschetta is savory, tasty, and quick to make; it’s guaranteed to brighten up your afternoon in or your next party.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
- 7 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded
- 1/4 cup basil leaves, julienned
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 (14.5 ounce) loaf French bread, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick slices and toasted
Directions
Step 1 -Heat the olive oil in a small skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat.
Step 2 -Add the garlic and sauté until it just starts to turn golden, about 1 minute.
Step 3 -Pour the garlic-oil into a large mixing bowl and allow it to cool.
Step 4 -Add the diced tomatoes into the bowl with the cooled garlic-oil mixture.
Step 5 -Add the parmesan, the basil, the balsamic vinegar, the salt, and the pepper. Toss the bruschetta mixture well.
Step 6 -Serve immediately on the toasted bread, spooning some of the juices over top.
