Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil Recipe

Bursting with juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes and fragrant basil, this summertime bruschetta recipe is a taste of pure bliss! Perfect as an appetizer, alongside pasta, or with grilled chicken, the vibrant flavors of fresh herbs and ripe tomatoes will tantalize your taste buds. Minimal cooking time—mostly delightful chilling and assembling!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 190 mins

Calories 206.7 kcal

Protein 13g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil

Plum Tomatoes
Parmesan Cheese
Garlic Cloves
1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped)
Italian Parsley
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 teaspoon salt
Fresh Ground Black Pepper
French Bread

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How to Make Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil

Preheat grill to medium heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 lbs ripe tomatoes (diced), 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped), 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped), 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Gently toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or up to overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
While the tomato mixture chills, grill slices of crusty peasant bread until lightly toasted. (about 2-3 minutes per side).
Rub one side of each toasted bread slice with a cut garlic clove.
Spoon the chilled tomato mixture generously onto the toasted bread slices.
Garnish with extra basil leaves, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil?

Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil takes about 220 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 190 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil?

Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil has approximately 206.7 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil?

The key ingredients for Summertime Bruschetta Tomato And Basil are Plum Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Cloves, Basil, Italian Parsley, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.