Perfect Bruschetta with Mozzarella: Easy, Fresh, and Irresistible
A delightful appetizer featuring fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on crispy toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 baguette
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Dice the tomatoes and mozzarella, and chop the basil.
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt.
- Slice the baguette and place slices on a baking sheet.
- Toast the baguette slices in the oven until golden brown.
- Top each toasted slice with the tomato and mozzarella mixture.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can drizzle balsamic reduction over the bruschetta before serving.
- Make sure your ingredients are fresh for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Bruschetta, Mozzarella, Appetizer, Italian, Fresh