Italian Bruschetta

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Juicy summer tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze make this Italian bruschetta the ultimate fresh and easy appetizer. It's a crowd-pleaser every time!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

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Servings:

Calories: 108kcal

Author: Melissa Belanger

Ingredients

4 cups tomatoes diced or quartered
1/2 cup red onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup olive oil divided
8 leaves fresh basil chopped or thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
black pepper to taste
1 large baguette sliced
1 tablespoon balsamic reduction optional, for garnish

Instructions

Mix your topping. In a large bowl, mix together the tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt & pepper (to taste). Allow the bruschetta to marinate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to blend.
Make your toast. Start by preheating your oven to 400˚F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the baguette to about 1/2-inch thick slices and brush with remaining olive oil (or spray with cooking spray). Place the slices on baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 15 minutes.
Assemble the bruschetta. Spoon about 1 - 2 tablespoons of the tomato mixture over toasted baguette slices and top with a drizzle of balsamic reduction and a sprinkle of sea salt.

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