Italian-Style Bruschetta

Name: Italian-Style Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into small dice; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion; 2 large cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar; freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices; 1 tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar, or to taste

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This Italian-style bruschetta is light and fresh for a quick tasty appetizer.

Submitted by Francine Lizotte Club Foody

Updated on August 6, 2024

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

1 ½ pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into small dice
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Directions

Combine tomatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, basil, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, and pepper in a bowl; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, then marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
Brush one side of Baguette slices with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; place, oiled-sides-up, onto a baking sheet.
Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes
Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted Baguette slices; drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

234	Calories
11g	Fat
29g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 234
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g	14%
Saturated Fat 2g	9%
Sodium 281mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 29g	10%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 6g	12%
Vitamin C 12mg	13%
Calcium 34mg	3%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 273mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.