Description
This Tomato and Pepper Bruschetta recipe is a delightful appetizer that bursts with fresh flavors. Crispy baguette slices are topped with a colorful mixture of cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, garlic, and basil, all drizzled with balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Bruschetta:
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Toast in the oven for 6–8 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- Prepare the Bruschetta Topping: In a medium bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss to combine.
- Assemble: Spoon the tomato-pepper mixture over the toasted baguette slices just before serving. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can roast the bell peppers beforehand for a sweeter, smokier flavor.
- This bruschetta also works well with multicolored peppers for a vibrant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
