How to Make Bruschetta
The best bruschetta recipe always includes grilling the bread and then adding a variety of toppings. We've included our favorite bruschetta topping ideas.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 16 pieces
Calories: 105kcal
The Bread:
- 1 large baguette, Italian, French, or Sourdough
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- 1 Tbsp sea salt
Traditional Tomato Topping:
- 4 large tomatoes, cut into medium dice
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup basil, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Prosciutto, Burrata, and Arugula Topping
- 1 cup arugula leaves
- ½ tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz fresh burrata cheese, drained
- 8 slices tomato, roasted and cut in half
- 8 slices proscuito, torn into smaller pieces
Preparing Traditional Tomato Topping
Toss all ingredients in a large bowl and marinate for 20-30 minutes at room temperature. If not using immediately, cover tightly and refrigerate. If need be drain slightly before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings or basil, as needed.
Spoon onto toasted bread just before serving.
Prosciutto, Burrata, and Arugula Topping:
- Note: Calorie count is for tomato topped bruschetta
Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 399IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg