Fresh Summer Tomato Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Fresh Summer Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds (680g) best-quality, in-season fresh tomatoes, preferably a mix of varieties, cored and diced (see note); 15 large basil leaves, thinly sliced into a chiffonade; Extra-virgin olive oil, for the tomatoes and toasts; Red or white wine vinegar or true balsamic vinegar, to taste (optional; see note); 8 medium slices freshly toasted bread; 3 medium cloves garlic, halved; Finishing sea salt (such as fleur de sel ), kosher salt, or flaky salt (such as Maldon)

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Total Time

15m

This fresh summer tomato bruschetta recipe features the best-quality, in-season tomatoes, mixed with basil, olive oil, and vinegar if desired, and served on freshly toasted bread. The finishing touch of sea salt enhances the flavors, making this a perfect dish for a summer appetizer or light meal.

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Ingredients

Servings: 8

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1 1/2 pounds (680g) best-quality, in-season fresh tomatoes, preferably a mix of varieties, cored and diced (see note)

15 large basil leaves, thinly sliced into a chiffonade

Extra-virgin olive oil, for the tomatoes and toasts

Red or white wine vinegar or true balsamic vinegar, to taste (optional; see note)

8 medium slices freshly toasted bread

3 medium cloves garlic, halved

Finishing sea salt (such as fleur de sel ), kosher salt, or flaky salt (such as Maldon)

Steps

In a large bowl, combine tomatoes with basil and enough olive oil to generously coat. If using wine vinegar, add a splash. Toss gently, taste, and add more wine vinegar if desired.

Rub garlic cloves on top surface of each toast; rub only as much as you want. (More will make the toasts more garlicky, while a lighter hand will deliver a milder flavor.) Drizzle olive oil on each toast and season with salt.

Spoon tomatoes onto each toast, including any liquid that has accumulated. Season generously with salt. If using true balsamic vinegar, drizzle it sparingly on top. Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

365kcal

18%
Fat

7g

0%
Saturated Fat

1g

0%
Carbohydrates

66g

3%
Fiber

5g

0%
Sugar

4g

0%
Protein

12g

0%
Cholesterol

0mg

0%
Sodium

304mg

15%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Fresh Summer Tomato Bruschetta Recipe

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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