Baked Balsamic Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Baked Balsamic Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Ripe Tomatoes, Diced; 1/2 cups Balsamic Vinegar; 1 loaf Italian Bread, Approximately 14 Inches; 1 whole Yellow Onion, Finely Chopped; 3 cloves Garlic, Finely Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil, Chopped; ⅓ cups Shredded Parmesan Cheese; Extra Virgin Olive Oil For Drizzle

Servings: persons

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Note this also requires a minimum 2 hours of marinating time for the tomatoes.
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Combine diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar in a bowl.
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Marinate in the refrigerator for 2-24 hours.
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Preheat oven to 400 F.
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Drain tomatoes and set aside.
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Slice bread into approximately 1/2 inch thick pieces.
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Place on a baking sheet.
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In a medium sized skillet over medium heat, saute onion and garlic in the extra virgin olive oil for 3 minutes.
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Add tomatoes and saute for 3 more minutes.
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Top each bread slice with the tomato mixture.
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Sprinkle fresh basil and Parmesan cheese onto each piece.
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Drizzle extra virgin olive oil across each piece (approximately 3 lines of drizzle per piece).
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Bake for 10-15 minutes, turning the baking sheet 180 degrees approximately halfway through cooking time.
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Bruschetta is done when edges of bread are golden brown.

130

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole Ripe Tomatoes, Diced, 1/2 cups Balsamic Vinegar, 1 loaf Italian Bread, Approximately 14 Inches, 1 whole Yellow Onion, Finely Chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Balsamic Bruschetta falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Balsamic Bruschetta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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