Two Tomato Basil Bruschettas Recipe

Name: Two Tomato Basil Bruschettas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 thick baguette, about 22-inches long, end trimmed, loaf angle cut into 36 1/2-inch slices; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 large ripe tomatoes, about 1 pound total, trimmed, seeded and diced (1/4-inch); 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons drained small (nonpareil) capers; 1 tablespoon cold pressed extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced lemon zest; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed through a press; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 large ripe yellow tomatoes, (1 pound), trimmed, seeded and diced (1/4-inch); 3 ounces smoked mozzarella, diced (1/4-inch), at room temperature; 1/4 cup chopped drained pimento stuffed green olives; 1/4 cup chopped fennel bulb; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon cold pressed extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed through a press; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 thick baguette, about 22-inches long, end trimmed, loaf angle cut into 36 1/2-inch slices
1/3 cup olive oil
2 large ripe tomatoes, about 1 pound total, trimmed, seeded and diced (1/4-inch)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons drained small (nonpareil) capers
1 tablespoon cold pressed extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced lemon zest
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed through a press
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large ripe yellow tomatoes, (1 pound), trimmed, seeded and diced (1/4-inch)
3 ounces smoked mozzarella, diced (1/4-inch), at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped drained pimento stuffed green olives
1/4 cup chopped fennel bulb
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon cold pressed extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed through a press
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
For the bruschettas, preheat a grill or grill pan.
2
Brush the bread slices lightly on both sides with the olive oil.
3
Lay the bread on the rack or pan, cover, and grill, rearranging the position of the slices on the rack to create attractive markings and turning them once, until they are crisp and lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes total.
4
Remove from the heat and cool.
5
The bread slices can be grilled several hours in advance.
6
For the tomato caper topping, in a medium bowl, stir together the tomatoes, basil, capers, oil, lemon zest, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a generous grinding of pepper.
7
Cover and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
8
For the tomato smoked mozzarella topping, in a medium bowl, stir together the tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, fennel, basil, oil, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a generous grinding of pepper.
9
Cover and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
10
Adjust the seasoning on both tomato mixtures.
11
Serve them, accompanied by the grilled bread slices, letting guests top their bruschettas to taste.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 thick baguette, about 22-inches long, end trimmed, loaf angle cut into 36 1/2-inch slices, 1/3 cup olive oil, 2 large ripe tomatoes, about 1 pound total, trimmed, seeded and diced (1/4-inch), 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Two Tomato Basil Bruschettas 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!

Two Tomato Basil Bruschettas

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Variations & substitutions

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