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Easy Bruschetta with Marinated Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar

Easy Bruschetta with Marinated Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar

A quick and easy Tomato Bruschetta recipe featuring marinated tomatoes and balsamic vinegar atop toasted bread for the perfect appetizer to enjoy with your favorite Italian meals!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 185 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 silicone brush or pastry brush optional - to brush bread before toasting
  • 1 garlic press optional - to mince garlic

Ingredients
  

  • 12 slices ciabatta or similar rustic bread
  • 2 Tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil - divided
  • 1 medium garlic clove
  • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • Pinch black pepper
  • Good quality aged balsamic vinegar to taste
  • Grated parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions
 

  • Brush the bread slices with olive oil and toast bread. This can be done ahead of time.
  • Next, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Halve the garlic clove and boil for 1 minute. Remove and set aside to cool. (Optional to lessen the aggressive raw garlic taste)
  • Slice the tomatoes into small pieces (usually quarter a cherry tomato and grape tomatoes in 2-4 pieces depending on their size), and add to a large bowl. Mince the cooled garlic and add to the tomatoes. Add the basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil to the bowl and thoroughly, but gently mix. Let sit at least 5 minutes, preferably for 15. Taste for seasoning and add a bit of kosher or sea salt if needed or use a touch of finishing salt when assembled.
  • Carefully assemble each bruschetta by spooning the tomato mixture onto each toast. Finish with a few drops of good balsamic vinegar and a light dusting of parmesan cheese. Serve!

Nutrition

Serving: 2slicesCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 283mgPotassium: 178mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 424IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cherry tomatoes, crostini, quick and easy
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