Italian-Style Bruschetta

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

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
8

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

  1. 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.

  2. Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

  3. Brush one side of Baguette slices with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; place, oiled-sides-up, onto a baking sheet.

  4. Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes

  5. Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted Baguette slices; drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

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.

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