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Bruschetta with Mozzarella
Whip up this classic bruschetta with mozzarella recipe featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic over toasted baguette slices.
Servings 10 people
Calories 147kcal
Cost $12.19
Equipment
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- measuring cups and spoons
- baking sheet
- Mixing bowl and spoon
- medium skillet
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil plus more for bread
- 2 large garlic cloves slightly smashed
- 4 large tomatoes finely chopped*
- 1 small red onion finely chopped (1 cup)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 french baguette sliced into ½ inch thick slices
- ½ cup fresh mozzarella cheese like mozzarella pearls
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic to the oil and stir occasionally until lightly golden, about 2-4 minutes. Allow oil to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, red onion, basil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and cooled olive oil. Mix well to combine and set aside while you prepare the bread.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Slice bread and arrange slices on a baking sheet. Lightly brush each slice on both sides with additional olive oil.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until bread is toasted and slightly golden.
- Drain any liquid from the tomato mixture.
- Allow bread to cool slightly, then spoon the tomato mixture onto each slice.
- Arrange on a serving platter and top with fresh mozzarella and fresh basil.
Notes
*You can use Roma tomatoes, San Marzano tomatoes, vine-ripe tomatoes, beefsteak tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, etc.
Here are storage and make-ahead tips for this bruschetta and mozzarella recipe.
- Tomato mixture: Can be made up to a day ahead. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Drain any excess liquid before using.
- Toasted bread: Can be made several hours ahead and stored in a container at room temperature.
- Assembly: Best done right before serving to prevent soggy bread.
Nutrition
Serving: 2slices | Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 177mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg