Juicy Balsamic Bruschetta
Juicy Balsamic Bruschetta – toasted bread coated with herbed oil, topped with refreshing mix of tomato, onion, garlic & fresh basil with drizzle of balsamic glaze and freshly grated parmesan
Bruschetta is a well know Italian quick bite that is juicy, refreshing and made with mild flavors. This is one of those quick bite that my kids absolutely love. It is super simple and quick to make with just few ingredients. When tomatoes are in season you know what is up in my household. Yes, Bruschetta on repeat.
There are many different versions of Bruschetta out there and you might think that why do we need yet another versions? I hear you, however I would love for you to give this version a try and then tell if we needed this one on the internet or not. I am very sure your answer is going to be yes!
Juicy Balsamic Bruschetta is simply made with toasted Sourdough or Country French Bread that is coated with herbed olive oil. Then you top each golden brown crispy toast with refreshing mix of tomato, onion, garlic & fresh basil. I like to top the tomato layer with bright green baby arugula. Of course then you garnish with drizzle of balsamic glaze and freshly shaved parmesan. I am drooling just by documenting this simple recipe! It is a great appetizer or quick bite!
If you want to add some protein to it, I suggest you first top the toast with some good cottage cheese and then rest of the layers of tomatoes, arugula, balsamic glaze and parmesan. You can have this quick bite along with hearty salad or any type of pasta. I love to have this with salad and glass of crisp white wine during Spring and Summer. I mean less cooking is always better, right?!?! My Bird Nest Salad would pair so well with this quick bite!
If you end up trying this quick and easy Juicy Balsamic Bruschetta, leave me a comment below or tag me on Instagram @myvegetarianroots. I would love to hear your feedback.
Happy & Healthy Eating!
Juicy Balsamic Bruschetta
Ingredients
Tomato Mix
- 1½ cup Finely Chopped Choice of Tomatoes regular cherry tomatoes/ flavor bomb cherry tomatoes/Cluster Tomatoes On The Vine
- 1 cup Finely Chopped White/Yellow Sweet Onion
- ⅓ cup Finely Chopped Fresh Basil
- 1 cup BelGioioso Fresh Marinated Mozzarella Cheese Balls cut in small pieces along with the marinade (herbed oil)
- 1 tsp Pink Salt
- 1 tsp Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
- ½ tsp Dry Oregano
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Balsamic Glaze
Garnishing
- Balsamic Glaze quantity as preferred
- Freshly Shaved Parmesan Cheese quantity as preferred
Other
- 1 loaf Sourdough or Country French Bread 12-14 even slices
- ¼ cup Oil/Marinade from BelGioioso Fresh Marinated Mozzarella Cheese just the oil/marinade to coat the bread slices before toasting
- 4 cup Baby Arugula
- 2 tbsp Oil/Marinade from BelGioioso Fresh Marinated Mozzarella Cheese or plain Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients listed under "Tomato Mix". Keep it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to marinade.
- Coat baby arugula with the same oil/marinade from BelGioioso Fresh Marinated Mozzarella Cheese. Keep it refrigerated.
- When ready to make the Bruschetta, Pre heat oven on 400℉.
- Coat each slice of bread with the same oil/marinade from BelGioioso Fresh Marinated Mozzarella Cheese. Instead of oil/marinade you can simply spread some Extra Virgin Olive Oil and once toasted rub garlic on each slice
- Toast each slice until golden brown and crispy, approximately 10-15 minutes. Flipping them half way through.
- Once toasted, top each toast with the tomato mix. Then top them with coated arugula.
- Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese and drizzle balsamic glaze on each of them. Enjoy it while fresh and crispy!