Perfect Bruschetta with Mozzarella: Easy, Fresh, and Flavorful
A delicious and simple recipe for perfect bruschetta topped with fresh mozzarella, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ripe tomatoes
- 1 ball of fresh mozzarella
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly cracked pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Dice the tomatoes and place them in a bowl. Add chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake the bread until golden and crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Top each toasted slice with the tomato mixture and a slice of mozzarella.
- Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese slightly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella.
- Feel free to add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg