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This easy bruschetta recipe is quick and simple. With just 5 ingredients, it’s the perfect appetizer for any occasion.
An Easy Twist on a FAvorite!
We LOVE classic bruschetta but decided to make another version that is even simpler and JUST as delicious!
This classic Italian appetizer comes from my Aunt Georgie who has been making this easy bruschetta recipe for years. We always request it at family gatherings. This particular version is made even easier – 5 ingredients and ready to serve in only 15 minutes! It doesn’t get much easier than that.
And be sure to check our Bruschetta Chicken – which we love to make when we have leftover bruschetta mixture!
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Easy ingredients! This easy appetizer doesn’t need much to be delicious.
- Classic flavor. Few ingredients and amazing flavor – what more could you ask for?!
- Perfect for sharing. This is easy to double for feeding a crowd and is ready in only 15 minutes!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 4 minutes
- 1 (16-ounce) can Italian diced tomatoes – Mix up your own Italian diced tomatoes using 4 chopped Roma tomatoes, ½ teaspoon basil, and ½ teaspoon oregano.
- 3 Roma tomatoes
- 2½ tablespoons minced garlic – How to Mince Garlic
- 4 tablespoons olive oil – extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- shaved Parmesan – optional
- 1 baguette – or another similarly sized loaf of bread, Italian Bread, Sourdough Bread, hogi roll, French Bread, or ciabatta bread
- ¼ cup butter – We used unsalted, but salted works well too.
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
How to Make Easy Bruschetta
- COMBINE. Mix 1 can of Italian diced tomatoes, 3 chopped Roma tomatoes, 2½ tablespoons of minced garlic, 4 tablespoons of olive oil, and ¾ cup chopped basil in a medium bowl.
- Refrigerate bruschetta mix until ready to serve.
- BREAD. Make baguette slices, by brushing with butter and sprinkling with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese to each slice. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Broil in the oven on HIGH for 2-5 minutes or until toasted or toast bread on a skillet on LOW-MEDIUM heat.
- SERVE. Scoop the tomato mixture onto toasted baguette slices right before serving.
- Optional: top this easy bruschetta recipe with shaved parmesan cheese or drizzle with a balsamic glaze.
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Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) can Italian diced tomatoes, drained
- 3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 2½ tablespoons minced garlic
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ cup fresh basil chopped
- shaved Parmesan, optional
Bread Slices
- 1 baguette
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Make bruschetta by putting Italian diced tomatoes, chopped Roma tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, and basil in a medium bow. Mix slowly to combine.
- Refrigerate bruschetta mix until ready to serve.
- Make bread slices, by slicing baguette and adding butter and Parmesan cheese to each slice.
- Broil on HIGH for 2-5 minutes or until toasted or toast on a skillet on LOW-MEDIUM heat.
- Scoop bruschetta onto slices right before serving.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
The fresh tomato topping can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days before topping the toasted bread slices.
Remove the bruschetta topping from the bread and store it in a container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Store the toasted bread slices wrapped in foil in the fridge.
Your Easy Bruschetta Recipe is great. Easy to make and delicious!
So happy to hear you enjoyed the bruschetta!
This homemade bruschetta recipe is SO GOOD! The perfect light yet hearty appetizer recipe!
So fresh and delicious! This is my husband’s favorite, thank you!
This bruschetta looks SO GOOD!! Homemade is always the best!
Great appetizer easy to make and it taste great.
Bruschetta looks so fancy, but it really is so simple to make. I love the fresh flavor of the veggies and the crunchy bread. It’s a go-to on mine when I need to make appetizers.
Bruschetta is one of those appetizers that everyone loves! We make it a lot! Your recipe is easy & delicious!
Thank you so much for your amazing homemade bruschetta recipe! It’s really easy and very helpful!
You’re welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed the bruschetta!
One of my absolute favorite appetizers. So refreshing and delicious!