Basil-Infused Tomato Bruschetta with Garlic and Olive Oil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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A classic Italian appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with a fragrant mix of ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. This Italian-inspired recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, turns ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 6, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 medium, diced ripe tomatoes
1/3 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
3, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces baguette
1 tsp (optional) balsamic vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange 1 baguette cut into 1/2-inch slices on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden and crisp.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 4 diced medium ripe tomatoes, 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir gently to combine and let sit for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
Step 3: Optional: Add 1 tsp balsamic vinegar to the tomato mixture and stir to enhance depth.
Step 4: Spoon the tomato-basil mixture generously onto each toasted baguette slice just before serving to prevent sogginess.