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This easy bruschetta is perfect for a quick appetizer or a simple yet stunning dish to bring to a gathering. It’s a crowd hit full of rich flavors and complex textures. Vibrant sea-salted tomatoes, savory roasted garlic, and fresh basil are taken over the top with an incredible balsamic glaze.

If you haven’t tried these yet, check out these Maldonado sea salt flakes. They are perfect for this dish and add that amazing flaky crunchy sea salt texture and taste. If you are looking for other delicious and inspiring Italian antipasto dishes, check out this burrata recipe or these blistered balsamic tomatoes.

bruschetta toast

Instructions

Bruschetta

  1. In a large mixing bowl combine the diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until incorporated.
bruschetta ingredients

Balsamic Glaze

  1. Combine the balsamic vinegar and sugar over medium heat. Simmer until reduced by 1/2-1/3. Let it cool.
balsamic glaze

Assemble

  1. Top one toasted bread slice with 1/4 cup of the bruschetta tomato mix. Sprinkle with additional flaky sea salt and fresh basil if desired. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  2. Serve immediately. Make the bruschetta mix ahead of time and keep it in an airtight container for about 3 days. Only assemble when ready to serve.
bruschetta and balsamic

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bruschetta

Easy Bruschetta

Allison Crawford at The Hungry Carrot
This easy bruschetta is perfect for a quick appetizer or a simple yet stunning dish to bring to a gathering. It's sure to be a crowd hit full of rich flavors and complex textures. Vibrant sea-salted tomatoes, savory roasted garlic, and fresh basil are taken over the top with an incredible balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Bruschetta

  • 1 large tomato-diced
  • 3 tbsp basil-chopped plus extra for topping
  • 1 tbsp garlic-minced
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • flaky sea salt and pepper to taste
  • toasted bread slices

Balsamic Glaze

  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Instructions
 

Bruschetta

  • In a large mixing bowl combine the diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until incorporated.

Balsamic Glaze

  • Combine the balsamic vinegar and sugar over medium heat. Simmer until reduced by 1/2-1/3. Let it cool.

Assemble

  • Top one toasted bread slice with 1/4 cup of the bruschetta tomato mix. Sprinkle with additional flaky sea salt and fresh basil if desired. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  • Serve immediately. The bruschetta mix can be made ahead of time and keeps well in an airtight container for about 3 days. Only assemble when ready to serve.
Keyword appetizer, bruschetta, herbs, toast, tomato