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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers & Finger Food

    Fresh Tomato Bruschetta

    *Updated* Aug 28, 2024 Published: September 19, 2023 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 168 Comments

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    This quick and easy Fresh Tomato Bruschetta recipe uses simple ingredients to create the classic Italian dish.

    Whether you call them French tartines, American toasts, or Italian bruschetta, this is the perfect place to use garden-fresh tomatoes or pick some up at the market. Make sure to grab enough so you can give this blistered tomato sauce recipe a try too.

    Classic bruschetta made with fresh tomatoes.

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    I love the classic recipes. Simple yet so flavourful. This easy-to-make Italian recipe is perfect as an appetizer to any meal. Always a hit at parties.

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    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for classic tomato bruschetta can be found at the bottom of this post.

    Ingredients Needed For Fresh Tomato Bruschetta

    • Fresh tomatoes
    • Baguette
    • Butter
    • Olive oil
    • Balsamic vinegar
    • Fresh basil
    • Salt and seasonings
    Ingredients for making fresh tomato bruschetta.Pin

    Simple basic, easy-to-find ingredients. This is the perfect time of year to pick some of these up at markets and fresh vegetable stands.

    How To Make This Easy Homemade Bruschetta Recipe

    In a matter of minutes, you can whip up this bruschetta topping. So much better than store-bought. Full instructions are in the recipe card. I also have some great suggestions and recipe tips below.

    A bowl of diced tomatoes for bruschetta.
    • Wash and dice the tomatoes and place them in a bowl.
    Bruschetta ingredients tossed in a bowl of diced tomatoes.
    • Toss in the remaining ingredients.
    Making bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and basil.
    • Mix well and set aside. Allow about 10 minutes for the flavours to develop. Place in the fridge if you are not ready to use.
    Italian bruschetta recipe ready to eat.
    • To serve on bread, cut the baguette into thick slices.
    • You can butter the bread and toast it under the broiler, or not, the choice is yours.
    Easy bruschetta recipe made in minutes.
    • Either way, just top and serve. I like to take it out of the fridge a few minutes before using it, just to allow the oil to warm up to room temperature.

    So simple, yet so delicious. What a difference fresh ingredients make.

    Suggestions/Recipe Tips

    Tomatoes – Cherry, grape, Roma and plum tomatoes are great selections. I like to remove the seeds and pulp. You can also drain the chopped tomatoes in a colander to get out some of the moisture.

    Herbs – Fresh basil is wonderful. I love my little herb garden. You can pick up fresh herbs at the grocery store. Feel free to add some fresh oregano, thyme, or parsley to the mix.

    Balsamic – A good quality balsamic is best. The rich, intense flavour is just what you need.

    Garlic – Fresh garlic or powdered, both will work. Use the amount you like, more or less is up to you. For this recipe, I used dried garlic cloves, reconstituted in water.

    Italian Seasoning – The dried seasoning can be replaced with fresh herbs if you like. Adjust the amounts according to your taste.

    Bread – I used a baguette, ciabatta is another great choice. You want dense bread that will not collapse when the topping is added. To toast the bread you can use butter or olive oil.

    Storage – Bruschetta is best used within a few hours of making it. If it sits too long, it can become watery. It will keep for about 3 days in an air-tight container in the fridge. If you find it watery after storing, you can drain some liquid out with a slotted spoon or small hand-held sieve.

    Freezing – You can freeze it, but the consistency and texture will change for sure. After thawing, use it on chicken or fish, and add it to pasta or rice. Makes a great tomato sauce.

    Leftovers – Delicious added to eggs, a topping for pasta, chicken, seafood or meat. Add it to dips. Use it as a condiment for hot dogs, sausages, sandwiches, or even tacos. The perfect topping for garlic bread.

    Tomato bruschetta appetizer ready to eat.

    FAQ’s

    Should bruschetta be served hot or cold?

    The bruschetta topping is generally served cold on hot or warm bread.

    What is the difference between caprese and bruschetta?

    Caprese is a salad of fresh tomatoes, fresh basil, and mozzarella. Bruschetta is a topping made with fresh tomatoes and fresh basil.

    Since fresh tomatoes are in season, here are a few other recipes you can try:

    • Simple Roasted Tomatoes – the perfect freezer recipe for great recipes all winter long.
    • Fresh Puttanesca Sauce – simple and delicious pasta sauce with olives.
    • Grilled Mushroom Caps – a great appetizer for your next BBQ party.
    • Tomato Jam – is a great alternative to ketchup.
    • Brazilian Tomato Salad – a simple summer side dish for meat and fish.
    Classic tomato bruschetta pin.Pin
    Classic bruschetta made with fresh tomatoes.

    Classic Tomato Bruschetta

    Classic Tomato Bruschetta is made in minutes. Fresh tomatoes, basil and olive oil are the basic ingredients for this easy bruschetta recipe.
    5 from 94 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Canadian, Italian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 servings
    Calories: 13kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    Bruschetta Mixture:

    • 1 cup fresh tomatoes (diced, and seeds removed)
    • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 3-4 fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1-2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
    • 1 teaspoon parmasen cheese
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    Instructions

    • Wash the tomatoes. Cut and remove the extra pulp and seeds. Dice and set aside in a bowl.
      1 cup fresh tomatoes
    • Wash and finely chop the basil leaves and add to the tomatoes.
      3-4 fresh basil leaves
    • Add the chopped garlic, oil, vinegar, cheese and seasoning. Mix well.
      2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon parmasen cheese, 1-2 garlic cloves
    • At this point, bruschetta is ready to use. You can also place it in the fridge until ready.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 13kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg

    Notes

    Serving size is estimated. The size of the bread, or the manner in which the bruschetta is used will determine the portion size.
     
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    Comments

    1. Amy Liu Dong

      October 02, 2023 at 10:18 pm

      Such an easy and delicious appetizer to make on every occasion.
      But for now, I will make this as my snack, lol!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 03, 2023 at 8:49 am

        Snack, appetizer or meal….it all works. Enjoy!

    2. Jamie

      October 02, 2023 at 12:37 pm

      Never heard of this but it looks good! I love tomatoes and I already love this recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 03, 2023 at 8:49 am

        Wow, you have never heard of bruschetta? You are in for a treat. Enjoy!

    3. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      October 02, 2023 at 8:42 am

      I love bruschetta and this was the perfect recipe to make with my garden tomatoes. Your tip for removing the pulp was helpful as I had assorted tomatoes and some had a lot of pulp.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 02, 2023 at 8:49 am

        Yes the pulp can make thing very watery, so I like to remove the seeds.

    4. Moop Brown

      October 02, 2023 at 5:13 am

      This looks like a refreshing and tasty recipe that would be great as an appetizer or party dish.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 02, 2023 at 8:28 am

        It is always a hit at my parties, the guests love it.

    5. Hayley Dhanecha

      October 02, 2023 at 5:04 am

      Bruschetta is probably my favorite kind of starter and prepared with fresh tomatoes look incredibly tasty! A perfect recipe for parties.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 02, 2023 at 8:28 am

        Fresh tomatoes are key to this delicious bruschetta.

    6. Susan

      October 01, 2023 at 10:47 pm

      This is one of my all time favorite appetizers! The balsamic vinegar is perfect on the tomatoes!!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 02, 2023 at 8:29 am

        Balsamic and tomatoes are a perfect pairing.

    7. LaKita

      October 01, 2023 at 9:55 pm

      This tomato bruschetta recipe was right on time, I whipped up a batch over the weekend and it was so tasty and delicious!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 02, 2023 at 8:29 am

        So glad you enjoyed this easy to make recipe.

    8. Debbie

      October 01, 2023 at 3:24 pm

      This classic bruschetta is amazing and all the flavors you expect. The tomatoes and basil go together perfectly the balsamic brings it all together, I will be making this over and over .

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        October 02, 2023 at 8:29 am

        I agree, I make this often and we totally enjoy it each and every time.

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