Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Appetizer
Who doesn’t love a good appetizer? No party is complete without an array of appetizer options and you will never miss with this classic Tomato and Basil Bruschetta. This quick dish only requires five main ingredients: tomatoes, fresh basil, balsamic vinegar, fresh mozzarella, and crusty bread. Bring this to any party and you cannot go wrong.
Tomato and Basil Bruschetta Appetizer
Fresh tomato and basil make for a light and delicious bruschetta appetizer to bring to any party.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread cut into 1 inch slices
- 2 sticks salted butter, melted
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quarted
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, sliced
- 1 tbsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Spread the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with melted butter. Toast in the oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the tomatoes, vinegar, olive oil, and garlic.
- Pull the toasts out of the oven and use a fork to divide the tomato mixture among the toasts, making sure to drain the liquid from the topping before putting it on the bread. Top each with a mozzarella slice.
- Return to the oven and bake until the cheese melts, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Garnish with the basil and sprinkle with salt.