Summertime Bruschetta (Tomato and Basil) Recipe

Name: Summertime Bruschetta (Tomato and Basil)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 plum tomatoes, very finely diced; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 6 -8 garlic cloves, very finely minced (1 tablespoon); ¼ cup basil, minced; 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ½ tablespoon lemon juice or ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste); fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 8 slices French bread (about 1/2 baquette) or 8 slices Italian bread, sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 1/2 baquette); 2 garlic cloves, cut in half

Servings: persons

4 plum tomatoes, very finely diced
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
6 -8 garlic cloves, very finely minced (1 tablespoon)
¼ cup basil, minced
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ tablespoon lemon juice or ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
8 slices French bread (about 1/2 baquette) or 8 slices Italian bread, sliced 1/4-inch thick (about 1/2 baquette)
2 garlic cloves, cut in half

1
In a large mixing bowl, toss tomatoes with cheese, minced garlic, basil, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
2
When very well mixed, cover and refrigerate for 3 hours to let flavors meld.
3
Just before serving, grill the bread until lightly toasted (you can do it under the broiler or on the grill, it only takes a few minutes).
4
Rub one side of the toast with the cut sides of the garlic cloves.
5
Spread tomato mixture over toast slices and serve immediately or fill a small bowl with the tomato mixture and place it in the center of a serving platter with the toast arranged around it and allow everyone to help themselves.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 plum tomatoes, very finely diced, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated, 6 -8 garlic cloves, very finely minced (1 tablespoon), ¼ cup basil, minced, and more.

Yes, Summertime Bruschetta (Tomato and Basil) 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.

Summertime Bruschetta (Tomato and Basil)

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