Description
Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze is a classic Italian appetizer featuring fresh diced tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and basil tossed with olive oil and seasoning. It’s served on toasted Italian or French baguette slices brushed with garlic olive oil and topped with a sweet and tangy balsamic reduction glaze for a delicious burst of flavor perfect for entertaining or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Topping
- 1 cup tomatoes, pitted and diced (about 4 roma tomatoes)
- ¼ cup red onion, diced (about ¼ red onion)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Balsamic Glaze
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
Bread and Topping
- ½ loaf of Italian bread or French baguette, sliced into ½ inch slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Make the tomato topping: In a medium mixing bowl, add tomatoes, red onion, garlic, basil, olive oil and salt and pepper. Toss to combine and store in the refrigerator for one hour. Letting the mixture rest helps develop the flavors.
- Make the balsamic glaze: In a small pot, bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes until reduced by half. Remove from heat and pour into a small bowl to cool; it will thicken as it cools until glossy and syrupy.
- Toast the bread: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine olive oil and garlic powder in a small bowl. Brush the mixture onto the top side of each baguette slice. Arrange slices on a baking pan and toast for 10 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- Assemble the bruschetta: Spoon the tomato topping onto each toasted slice. Drizzle the balsamic glaze on top and serve immediately to enjoy the best crunch and flavors.
Notes
- Make the tomato topping up to one day ahead; store covered in refrigerator and stir gently before serving.
- Balsamic glaze can be prepared up to one month in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Toast bread fresh for optimal crunch; toasting ahead may cause it to lose crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
