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Several slices of toasted baguette topped with diced tomatoes and garlic. (Italian Bruschetta Recipe)
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Italian Bruschetta Recipe with Balsamic Glaze and Toasted Baguette

This Italian Bruschetta Recipe features toasted baguette slices topped with marinated Roma tomatoes, fresh garlic, and basil, finished with a glossy balsamic glaze. A perfect 20-minute appetizer for any Mediterranean-inspired gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Starter
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bruschetta Components
  • 1 baguette French Baguette Sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Divided use
  • 6-8 medium Roma Tomatoes Diced and seeded (approx. 450g)
  • 3-4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chiffonade cut
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt To taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Glaze Store-bought or reduced

Equipment

  • 1 Cast-Iron Grill Pan For creating authentic grill marks.
  • 1 Serrated Knife To slice the baguette without crushing it.
  • 1 Wooden Serving Board For a rustic presentation.

Method
 

Prepare the Topping
  1. Combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let sit for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Fold in half of the basil chiffonade just before assembly to keep it vibrant green.
Toast the Bread
  1. Brush baguette slices with remaining oil. Place on a preheated grill pan over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes per side until charred grill marks appear.
Assembly
  1. Spoon tomato mixture onto the warm bread. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with remaining basil and cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalProtein: 3gFat: 8gFiber: 2g

Notes

Always use room temperature tomatoes for the best flavor.
Seed the tomatoes thoroughly to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Keyword Balsamic Glaze,Italian Bruschetta Recipe,Tomato Bruschetta

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