Sun-Kissed Tomato Bruschetta
Bursting with the flavors of juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, creamy mozzarella, and tangy balsamic glaze, this sun-kissed tomato bruschetta is a perfect appetizer for any dinner party. The crusty bread is lightly toasted and topped with a vibrant tomato mixture, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will have your guests coming back for more.
ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 loaf crusty Italian bread
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2.
In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, ricotta, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- 3.
Slice the Italian bread into 1-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet. Toast the bread slices in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, or until they are slightly crispy.
- 4.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, lay a slice of mozzarella on each bread slice.
- 5.
Spoon a generous amount of the tomato mixture on top of each mozzarella-covered bread slice.
- 6.
Drizzle the bruschetta with balsamic glaze for an extra punch of flavor.
- 7.
Serve immediately and enjoy this sun-kissed tomato bruschetta with friends and family!
Releated Recipes
