Bruschetta Caprese
Bruschetta Caprese is a fresh appetizer made with juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, tangy balsamic vinegar and basil on toasted bread. It's the perfect bite for summer!
Ingredients
- 1 pint grape tomatoes , sliced in half or quartered
- ½ cup mozzarella balls , or diced mozzarella
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 French baguette
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Combine 1 pint halved grape tomatoes, 1/2 cup mozzarella balls, 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil, 1-2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon minced garlic and 1/4 cup basil. Salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside.
- Cut the French baguette into 1/2 inch slices. Lightly brush olive oil on the top. Bake until lightly toasted (about 3-5 minutes).
- Top bread with bruschetta Caprese topping right before serving. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Make ahead: The tomato mixture can be made 24 hours in advance. Wait to add to the bread until serving.
To store: Once assembled, it should be served right away because the bread will eventually get soggy. You can keep the mozzarella, tomato basil topping stored in the fridge in an airtight container for another couple of days to use as leftovers. The longer it sits, however, the juicier it gets.
Variations: You can use a variety of different tomatoes. You can also add in chopped parsley or oregano. You can also drizzle balsamic glaze on top before serving.
Baguette: Make your own mini baguette by using my homemade french bread recipe. Just roll the loaves out longer in size so that the slices are smaller than regular french bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 144kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 2mg, Sodium: 200mg, Potassium: 181mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 532IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 55mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
