Bruschetta

Bruschetta

Italian · Recipe

Bruschetta is a crisp, golden bread topped with juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of rich olive oil. Each bite is a burst of fresh, vibrant flavours, making it a simple yet irresistible Italian treat to savour.

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About this dish

Italian cuisine

Ingredients

  • Tomato bruschetta
  • ½ Small red onion finely chopped
  • 8 Medium tomatoes (about 500g) coarsely chopped and drained
  • 2-3 Garlic cloves crushed
  • 6-8 Leaves of fresh basil finely chopped
  • 30ml Balsamic vinegar
  • 60-80 ml Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Loaf crusty bread

Description


Instructions

  1. In a large bowl mix the onion, tomatoes, garlic and basil, taking care not to mash or break up the tomatoes too mush.
  2. Add the balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Mix again. Cover and chill for at least an hour. This will allow the flavours to soak and blend together.
  4. Slice the baguette lengthwise diagonally into 12 thick slices and lightly toast them until they are light brown on both sides.
  5. Serve the mixture on the warm slices of bread. If you prefer the mixture at room temperature, remove it from the fridge half an hour before serving.