Sweet and Tangy Cherry Tomato Bruschetta with Basil
A fresh Italian appetizer featuring vibrant cherry tomatoes tossed in basil and balsamic glaze atop toasted bread slices. This Italian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 small, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces baguette
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange 1 sliced small baguette on a baking sheet and toast for 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss gently until well coated.
- Step 3: Spoon the tomato mixture evenly over the toasted baguette slices just before serving to keep the bread crisp.
