Caprese Bruschetta
A delightful Italian appetizer featuring fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil on toasted bread, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Baguette or Italian bread
- Fresh mozzarella cheese
- Tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic vinegar
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and drizzle them generously with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Chop the tomatoes and mozzarella into small pieces.
- Mix them gently with torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the tomato and mozzarella mixture onto the toasted bread slices.
- Serve immediately while the bread is warm and toppings are fresh.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftover components separately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://www.tashirecipez.com/caprese-bruschetta/