Super Fresh Bruschetta
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
This Super Fresh Bruschetta features ripe, juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil on crispy grilled bread, making it a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of fresh crusty bread, such as ciabatta
- 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- Freshly torn basil leaves (or substitute with fresh mint, thyme, marjoram, or oregano)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Chop the tomatoes roughly into similar-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
- Add sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a generous slosh of extra virgin olive oil to the tomatoes. Toss to combine and set aside to marinate.
- Grill the slices of bread for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and have grill marks.
- Once the bread is grilled, top each slice with the marinated tomatoes.
- Garnish with freshly torn basil leaves or your choice of herbs.
- Drizzle a little more extra virgin olive oil over the top before serving.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use the freshest tomatoes you can find, preferably homegrown or from a local farmers’ market.
- Feel free to experiment with different herbs such as mint or oregano for a unique twist.
- This dish is best served immediately while the bread is still warm and crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the tomatoes salted and set aside before being put on the bread?
The instructions combine the chopped tomatoes with sea salt, black pepper, and olive oil and set them aside before grilling the bread. The salt draws out excess moisture from the tomatoes so the topping isn’t watery, and resting allows the flavors to meld before they hit the warm, grilled ciabatta.
Can I use herbs other than basil?
Yes — the ingredients list specifically mentions fresh mint, thyme, marjoram, and oregano as alternatives to basil, and the notes encourage experimenting with different herbs. Each brings a distinct character: mint adds brightness, thyme is earthier, oregano more robustly savory.
