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    Home » Food and Drink » Appetizers & Sides » Easy Bruschetta Recipe

    Easy Bruschetta Recipe

    June 25, 2019 by Jenna Urben 33 Comments

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    This Easy Bruschetta Recipe comes together with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.  The perfect quick appetizer and always a crowd pleaser!

    Easy Bruschetta Recipe

    There are several dishes I vividly remember my mom preparing for us growing up. One of them being delicious balsamic bruschetta!

    She made bruschetta for every dinner party, holiday, and get-together. I always loved mine drizzled with extra-extra balsamic glaze and it turns out I still do!

    the best bruschetta recpie

    My husband and I attended a wedding shower last month and our good friend made a special dish of dairy-free bruschetta just for me. I was instantly reminded of my favorite little appetizer. Of course, I had to recreate this classic recipe.

    best bread for bruschetta

    The Best Bread for Bruschetta

    You're going to want to use a fresh baguette for bruschetta. You can find fresh baguettes in most grocery stores in the bakery section. My local store often has them marked down to $1 if they bake too many! I may have grabbed two last time I was there...

    Some bakeries and stores will cut the baguette for you, but if not you'll just want to slice it at home, about ½ inch thick. I toast my baguette slices in the oven but you could also pop them on the grill if you're having a backyard BBQ or grilling night.

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    The Best Tomatoes for Bruschetta

    Fresh tomatoes! Are you sensing a theme here? Fresh bread, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil. Ripe in-season tomatoes will make your bruschetta burst with flavor. The same friend who made me dairy-free bruschetta, also provided us with these garden fresh ingredients however cherry, grape, heirloom, or roma tomatoes are just as good.

    how to make bruschetta at home

    How to Make Bruschetta at Home

    To make this easy bruschetta recipe, start by cutting your bread into ½ inch slices. Some grocery stores do this for you! Next, toast the slices either by broiling or baking in the oven or grilling. Combine tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir well then serve on toasted bread. Right before serving, drizzle each slice with balsamic reduction.

    Want more appetizers? Try these recipes:
    Individual Tomato Basil Tarts
    Vegan Oil-Free Yogurt Tzatziki with Fresh Dill
    Spicy Roasted Jalapeño Hummus
    Vegan Jalapeño Poppers
    4-Ingredient Vegan Buffalo Dip
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    Quick and Easy Bruschetta Recipe

    Easy Bruschetta Recipe

    Easy Bruschetta Recipe

    This Easy Bruschetta Recipe comes together with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.  The perfect quick appetizer and always a crowd pleaser!
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Course Appetizer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 fresh baguette cut into ½ inch slices
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for brushing
    • 10 ounces fresh grape tomatoes quartered
    • 1 clove garlic peeled
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 10 fresh basil leaves chopped
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Balsamic glaze to drizzle
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet. Brush the tops of each baguette slice with olive oil and rub with peeled garlic clove. Place on prepared baking sheet and bake for 5-10 minutes, until toasted.
    • As the baguette slices toast, combine the remaining ingredients together in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
    • Once toasted, top each baguette slice with bruschetta mixture. Serve drizzled with an additional balsamic glaze, if desired.
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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    Comments

    1. Noelle

      July 01, 2019 at 10:01 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is so simple! Love this for a dinner party or an appetizer.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        July 02, 2019 at 9:20 am

        Thanks Noelle 🙂

        Reply
    2. Rachel

      June 28, 2019 at 7:43 pm

      This sounds so yummy! My kids would love it!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 30, 2019 at 1:27 pm

        Thrilled to hear that 🙂 Enjoy!!

        Reply
    3. Sara

      June 28, 2019 at 10:15 am

      This looks like a good recipe to bring to a small potluck party!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 28, 2019 at 12:18 pm

        Thanks Sara 🙂 For sure!!

        Reply
    4. Sarah Dudley

      June 28, 2019 at 6:40 am

      I love the look and size of these - perfect finger foods.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 28, 2019 at 12:18 pm

        Absolutely 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    5. Kristen Wood

      June 27, 2019 at 3:05 pm

      I love the use of grape tomatoes here! It looks super delicious!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 27, 2019 at 4:57 pm

        Thanks so much Kristen 🙂

        Reply
    6. Heather Hamilton

      June 26, 2019 at 6:31 pm

      5 stars
      Bruschetta is one of my FAVORITES! Love this recipe and can't wait to try it! Pinned for later!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 6:34 pm

        Yay 🙂 Thrilled to hear that, thank you!

        Reply
    7. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      June 26, 2019 at 5:15 pm

      5 stars
      Hmm yum! THis looks soooo delicious! My husband will surely love this!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 5:51 pm

        Thanks so much 🙂 Enjoy y'all!

        Reply
    8. Shayla

      June 26, 2019 at 4:32 pm

      One of my favorite things about summer is when the tomatoes begin and I can make bruschetta. It's one of my very favorite foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 5:51 pm

        Yes, me too 🙂 So fresh!!

        Reply
    9. Sarah

      June 26, 2019 at 4:12 pm

      I love how brightly colored the tomatoes are on this! It looks so good, and perfect for summer. I'll have to make this for the 4th of July!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 4:14 pm

        Thanks Sarah 🙂 I hope y'all enjoy!

        Reply
    10. Jules Shepard

      June 26, 2019 at 2:59 pm

      Really such an easy and DELICIOUS treat! A crowd pleaser for sure!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:32 pm

        Absolutely 🙂 Thank you Jules!

        Reply
    11. Mindful Mystic Mama

      June 26, 2019 at 12:34 pm

      I love bruschetta, so perfect for a quick and easy snack. I will definitely be trying this recipe out, thank you!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:32 pm

        For sure 🙂 Enjoy!!

        Reply
    12. Christa

      June 26, 2019 at 9:24 am

      I love bruschetta but usually but it packaged. I’m going to try this recipe!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:32 pm

        Let me know what you think 🙂

        Reply
    13. Krizzia Scollon

      June 26, 2019 at 5:32 am

      Definitely trying this because bruschetta's my fave!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:32 pm

        Yay 🙂 So happy to hear that!

        Reply
    14. Crystal // Dreams, etc.

      June 25, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      I love bruschetta! It's so simple, yet so good. This looks delish!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:33 pm

        I 100% agree 🙂 Thanks so much!

        Reply
    15. Patricia @ Grab a Plate

      June 25, 2019 at 10:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is awesome - so fresh and sooooo simple! The simple things are usually the most delicious! Perfect for the season (and P.S. your photos are FAB)!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:33 pm

        I have to agree 🙂 Thank you!! OMG I appreciate that so much

        Reply
    16. Jennifer Morrison

      June 25, 2019 at 10:05 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so beautiful as well as tasty! I love Bruschetta, and I think it would be perfect at this time of year while tomatoes are so ripe!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        June 26, 2019 at 3:34 pm

        For sure!! They're so perfect right now. I hope you give this recipe a try!

        Reply

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