Bruschetta with Mozzarella
Some people call it bruschetta caprese–we simply call it delicious! This is a quick and easy appetizer with classic Italian flavors that’ll never let you down.
Ingredients
- 2 cups halved grape tomatoes well drained
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic pressed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2- inch thick diagonal slices baguette
- fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Place tomatoes, mozzarella, sliced basil, garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl, and fold until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Brush baguette slices with remaining olive oil until lightly coated. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet; season with salt. Broil until lightly browned, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
- Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted baguette immediately before serving, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.