Ina Garten Bruschetta Recipe
This Ina Garten Bruschetta Recipe is fresh, simple and full of bright Italian flavor. It features crispy toasted bread topped with juicy tomatoes, garlic, basil and olive oil.
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette sliced
- 4 ripe tomatoes diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese optional
Instructions
Toast bread
- Slice baguette and toast until golden and crisp.
Prepare tomatoes
- Dice tomatoes and place in a mixing bowl.
Add seasoning
- Mix garlic, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
Let rest
- Let tomato mixture sit for 10 minutes.
Prepare bread
- Rub warm toasted bread with a garlic clove.
Assemble bruschetta
- Spoon tomato mixture onto each bread slice.
Add cheese (optional)
- Sprinkle mozzarella if desired.
Serve immediately
- Serve while bread is still crisp.
Notes
- Use heirloom tomatoes for best flavor
- Add avocado for creamy texture
- Use sourdough instead of baguette
- Add red pepper flakes for spice
- Serve immediately to avoid sogginess
- Use fresh basil only
- Grill bread for smoky taste