Fresh & Zesty Tomato Basil Bruschetta
A Delicious Finger Food: Easy Tomato Bruschetta Recipe for Parties & Catering
I made a delightful bruschetta perfect for this wonderful weather! I’ve diced sweet cherry tomatoes and some fresh, in-season onion, along with fragrant basil. The classic combination of tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil is always a winner, and adding bread makes it absolutely irresistible. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for gatherings!
Main Ingredients- 10 cherry tomatoes (like Date tomatoes)
- 10 slices of baguette (approx. 0.5-1cm thick)
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 onion
For Toasting Baguette- 1.5 Tbsp salted butter
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or honey)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of dried parsley (optional)
Zesty Sauce- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or honey)
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- A small pinch of salt
- 1.5 Tbsp salted butter
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or honey)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of dried parsley (optional)
Zesty Sauce- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or honey)
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- A small pinch of salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the butter mixture for the baguette. Place the butter in a small bowl and melt it gently over a double boiler (bain-marie). Stir occasionally until it’s completely melted.
Step 2
While the butter is melting, start preparing the fresh ingredients. Wash the cherry tomatoes, pat them dry, and dice them into small pieces. Dicing them finely will help the sauce blend better.
Step 3
Peel and finely mince the onion. If you find raw onion a bit strong, you can soak the minced onion in cold water for about 5 minutes, then drain it thoroughly.
Step 4
Wash the fresh basil leaves, dry them, and chop them finely to a similar size as the onion. Try not to over-chop the basil to preserve its fresh aroma.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and mix well. Infusing the butter with garlic adds a wonderful flavor when the baguette is toasted.
Step 6
Pour in the olive oil and combine it with the garlic butter. This step enhances the flavor and helps prevent the baguette from becoming too hard.
Step 7
Stir in the oligosaccharide for sweetness and add a pinch of dried parsley for color and aroma. Mix everything thoroughly to create the garlic butter spread for the baguette.
Step 8
Now, let’s make the vibrant tomato topping. In a bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes and minced onion. Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil.
Step 9
Add the balsamic vinegar and lemon juice for a tangy kick, and oligosaccharide for a touch of sweetness. Finish with a tiny pinch of salt to balance all the flavors.
Step 10
Finally, add the chopped fresh basil and gently toss everything together. Avoid overmixing to keep the basil fresh and fragrant.
Step 11
Slice the baguette into even pieces, about 0.5 to 1cm thick. Slices that are too thin might break, and slices that are too thick might not integrate well with the topping.
Step 12
Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top of each baguette slice. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 5 minutes, or until the bread is lightly golden and toasted. Adjust baking time as needed based on your oven.
Step 13
Once the baguette slices are toasted to a beautiful golden brown, generously spoon the tomato and basil mixture on top. For an extra touch, garnish with a sprinkle of parsley or a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Arrange them nicely on a platter and enjoy this delicious bruschetta!
