This quick and easy Fresh Tomato Bruschetta recipe uses simple ingredients to create the classic Italian dish.
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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
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.
- Wash and dice the tomatoes and place them in a bowl.
- Toss in the remaining ingredients.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
FAQ’s
The bruschetta topping is generally served cold on hot or warm bread.
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
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
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.
Sharon
I wanted a quick snack and found I had everything for this bruschetta on hand. Just what I was looking for!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This is such a great snack, appetizer or if you are like me, I can make a meal out of this bruschetta recipe.
Carrie Robinson
This is one of my favorite appetizers to make! 🙂 And it also happens to be a delicious way to use up those last of the summer tomatoes. Looks delicious!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You can never go wrong with a recipe that includes bread and tomatoes. ENJOY!
Kathryn
This bruschetta is our absolute favorite! We can’t get enough of this app especially during tomato season. Thanks for the recipe!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know right, I can make a meal on this bruschetta for sure.
Helen Fern
My tomatoes are still producing so I had to try this. It’s as tasty as it is beautiful. I’ll be making it again for company!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I find this is a hit with my guests too. So glad you enjoyed the recipe.
Jerika
I love this Fresh Tomato Bruschetta!:) So simple but refreshing appetizer, thanks!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much, enjoy!
Lindsay Howerton-Hastings
Made this for a grilling out night and it was AMAZING!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much for your comment, and so glad you enjoy the bruschetta.
Marina Shalneva
Love this amazing bruschetta starter, nothing beats a classic! Thank you for the recipe!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I agree, the classic recipes never disappoint.
Jamie
I made this for a summer get together and we all loved it! I’m glad I made extra tomato topping because we couldn’t get enough. I was able to whip up more bruschetta in no time!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Yes, this fresh tomato bruschetta mix is so easy to whip up in minutes.
Ksenia
A classic recipe anyone would be lucky to eat for their summer dinner. Loved this!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much, we love this bruschetta recipe too.
Cathleen
Bruschetta might be one of my favourite things to eat. I can’t believe that I have never made it at home before!! This needs to change!!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Now you know how quick and easy this tomato bruschetta mix is to make.
Kathryn
Bruschetta is one of our favorite appetizers and it’s so easy to make. We have fresh garden tomatoes and I’m going to make this for a snack! Your recipe is so simple, easy and delicious- thank you!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Fresh garden tomatoes are just what you need for this delicious bruschetta recipe.
Ann
This sounds delicious! We have so many cherry tomatoes in our garden – excited to make these with those tomatoes!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
They will be perfect for this fresh tomato bruschetta recipe. ENJOY!
Dennis
tomatoes are in season and your bruschetta recipe was a delicious addition to our table last night! Everyone loved how flavorful the tomotes were
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
So glad you loved this bruschetta recipe with fresh tomatoes.
Chenée
This bruschetta is so delicious and easy to make! I especially love the flavors of balsamic and basil. Thank you for this recipe!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I agree, the balsamic pairs perfectly with this fresh tomato bruschetta topping.
Tristin
This recipe made the best bruschetta! Used summer tomatoes that came from a neighbors garden. Yum!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You can never go wrong with summer fresh tomatoes in this easy bruschetta mix.