Caprese Bruschetta
A delightful Italian appetizer combining toasted bread with a fresh mixture of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Baguette or Ciabatta bread
- Fresh tomatoes, diced
- Fresh mozzarella, diced
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette or ciabatta into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- Arrange them nicely on a baking sheet, and toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix the diced tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Spoon generous amounts of the tomato mixture onto each toasted slice.
- Serve the bruschetta immediately for the best experience.
Notes
Store leftover topping in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep toasted bread separate to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 275mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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