Bruschetta with Mozzarella
A few quality ingredients and you are in for a treat with fresh flavor. This tomato bruschetta with mozzarella is one of the most delicious and incredibly simple recipes for the perfect appetizer or a quick dinner for hot summer nights.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time5 minutes mins
Marinate for:10 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian / American
Diet: Halal
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 304kcal
- 4 ripe tomatoes seeded and diced.
- ¼ cup basil leaves chopped
- 1-2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided and use extra virgin is possible
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Black pepper to taste
- ½ cup diced fresh Mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices of sourdough bread French bread or ciabatta also works
- 1 whole garlic clove cut in half for rubbing the bread
Optional:
- Balsamic glaze from drizzling
Make the bruschetta:
In a medium bowl, add diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, one tablespoon of olive oil, mozzarella, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and toss to coat. Set aside to marinade for 10 minutes and up to 30 minutes max.
Make the bread:
Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and toast in the oven or a grilling pan until crunchy and golden.
While bread is hot rub both sides with half the garlic clove.
Spoon bruschetta mixture on bread and drizzle with balsamic glaze to your liking.
Serve immediately.
Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 638mg | Potassium: 395mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1192IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 3mg