Bruschetta is an Italian Antipasto or an appetizer. It is pronounced as Broo·skeh·-tuh. It has fantastic flavors and is the simplest appetizer to make. Basil and Tomato go together really well. Bruschetta is one of my favorite party appetizers. I always make the topping mixture an hour before serving and toast the bread pieces in advance. In each bite of Bruschetta, you will get flavors of basil, tomato, garlic and Extra-virgin Olive oil. By using good quality extra-virgin Olive Oil and other ingredients you will definitely get the authentic taste of Bruschetta.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Baguette | 1 No. |
| Roma tomatoes | 4 Nos. |
| Finely chopped Garlic | 4 Cloves |
| Black pepper powder | 2Tsp. |
| Dried Oregano | 1Tsp. |
| Red wine vinegar | 2 Tsp. |
| Extra-virgin olive oil | 2 Tsp. |
| Fresh basil leaves | 8-10 Nos. |
| Salt | 1Tsp |
Recipe:
- Chop Roma tomatoes into small cubes
- In a mixing bowl, add chopped tomatoes, chopped garlic, black pepper powder, oregano, red wine vinegar, salt and extra-virgin olive oil
- Cover and keep the mixture in refrigerator for 30 min
- Cut the baguette diagonally into small pieces
- Toast the bread pieces on a grill pan
- You can also toast the bread pieces in the oven
- Preheat the oven at 400-degree Fahrenheit and toast the bread for 10 min or till it becomes crispy
- On the top of each piece, add tomato basil mixture
- Bruschetta is a good accompaniment with minestrone or tomato basil soup or pasta of your choice
Tips:
- Refrigerate tomatoes for about 30 min before making the topping
- Red wine vinegar is easily available in super markets
- You can replace red wine vinegar with balsamic vinegar
- If you are making Bruschetta as a party appetizer, Keep the topping and the grilled bread pieces separate.
- Add the topping at the time of serving
- For enhancing the flavor, brush the bread pieces with garlic infused extra-virgin Olive oil
And It's Vegan Too! 