Bruschetta With Mozzarella

Bruschetta Mozzarella is a delicious combination of fresh ripe tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella with a delicate and flavorful taste that is both visually appealing and light, making it a perfect appetizer or easy lunch.

The flavors of summer are brought back to you with every bite of bruschetta. The soft cheese and tomatoes on the crisp garlic toast are mixed with a homemade olive oil and seasoning dressing. This will create one stunning presentation.

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• Brushetta
• Ingredients you'll need
• Adaptable recipe – make it your own!
• Before you begin: essential tools
• Step by step: instructions
• Your questions answered: FAQs
• Pro tip
• Storage
• Make Ahead
• Perfect pairings: what to serve with
• You will also like
• Bruschetta with Mozzarella

Brushetta

• The combination of ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and milky mozzarella delivers maximum flavor with simple ingredients.
• You can whip this up in under 15 minutes, making it ideal for last-minute gatherings, a speedy snack, or a light lunch.
• It looks elegant and tastes fantastic, making it a crowd-pleaser and perfect for casual get-togethers or more formal appetizers.

Ingredients you'll need

Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

Ingredient notes

• Juicy tomatoes: Everyday Globe tomatoes, Hot House or Roma fresh tomatoes can be used.
• Basil: Fresh basil is key in this recipe for the best taste.
• Balsamic vinegar
• Olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil works well in this recipe.
• Salt & pepper: Brings out the flavor in the bruschetta.
• Fresh garlic cloves: Add incredible necessary flavor to the bruschetta mixture.
• Mozzarella cheese: A block of Mozzarella is chopped up into small pieces. Sliced mozzarella log also works well and are simple to cut up.
• Bread slices: Ciabatta and sourdough are my favorites. French or Italian bread also works. You need a bread slice that is sturdy enough to hold the pile of tomatoes on top. Cut the bread into thick slices please.

Adaptable recipe – make it your own!

• Make pesto bruschetta by spreading a thin layer of pesto sauce on top of the bread before adding the bruschetta mix.
• For heat lovers, do the same by spreading a layer of Harissa paste. Yum!
• Mix diced avocado with the tomatoes and mozzarella for an avocado bruschetta.
• Make this easy appetizer with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella pearls, so cute.
• Swap mozzarella for feta and add olives for a Greek style bruschetta.
• You may also mix in some of this Italian Olive Salad for extra yumminess.

Before you begin: essential tools

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• Large baking sheet
• Silicon brush
• Large mixing bowl
• Sharp knife

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Step by step: instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below.

1. In a large bowl, add diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, one tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mozzarella, salt and pepper and toss to coat. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and toast in the oven or a grilling pan until crunchy and golden brown.
3. While the bread is hot, rub both sides with half a clove of garlic.
4. Spoon the tomato mixture on the toasted bread and drizzle with balsamic glaze to your liking. Serve immediately.

Your questions answered: FAQs

Pro tip

• Don't skip rubbing the garlic on the bread when it comes out of the oven, it gives the bread a delicious hint of garlic taste you don't want to miss.

Storage

Assembled bruschetta is best eaten the same day. The toasted bread will get soggy over time. Leftover tomato mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days.

Make Ahead

You can make the tomato mozzarella mixture ahead of time, place it in an airtight container, and store it in your refrigerator. The tomato mixture lasts 1-2 days in the fridge. The toasted assembled bruschetta is best eaten the same day.

Perfect pairings: what to serve with

Include it as part of a charcuterie board or antipasto platter. It also pairs well with salads like Caprese salad, or Mediterranean Arugula Salad. Serve it at lunch with soups like Instant Pot Tomato Soup, creamy seafood soup, minestrone, or a chilled gazpacho.

Serve it with grilled meats like grilled chicken tenders, shrimp kabobs, or beef shish kebab.

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Appetizers may be small, but they often make the biggest impression and they are usually the first to go.

We love bruschetta recipes, and I have so many on this blog, from traditional Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze, Bruschetta dip, and Bruschetta chicken to Bruschetta pizza. I love the chicken recipe so much and my kids favor the pizza one.

Try them all and le me know in the comments below which one you liked more.