easy
4 per.
15 min
Bruschetta is the quintessential Italian appetizer, beloved throughout the entire country. Perfect for an aperitif or a light lunch, bruschetta combines simple yet irresistible flavours. With fresh ingredients like crusty bread and ripe tomatoes, this recipe is a Mediterranean classic that never goes out of style. Discover how to prepare authentic Italian bruschetta by following our tips!
Let’s see how to prepare a delicious bruschetta with tomatoes and Grana Padano PDO shavings.
Ingredients and Recipe Steps
- To prepare the original bruschetta recipe, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 8 slices of bruschetta bread (preferably homemade or Tuscan-style)
- 400g cherry tomatoes or fresh tomatoes
- 1 clove of garlic
- Extra virgin olive oil (as needed)
- Salt and pepper (as needed)
- Fresh basil leaves
- Grana Padano PDO shavings
Preparation
Slice the bread into pieces about 1 cm thick and toast them on a grill or in the oven at 200°C (392°F) for 5-7 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Wash and dice the cherry tomatoes or fresh tomatoes. Place them in a bowl and season with extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, and a few torn basil leaves.
Rub one side of the toasted bread slices lightly with the garlic clove.
Distribute the bruschetta tomatoes over the slices of bread. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and the Grana Padano PDO shavings, and serve immediately.
Facts and tips
Want to know more about bruschetta? Read our facts to learn more.
What are the origins of bruschetta?
Bruschetta originated as a poor farmer’s dish. The term comes from “bruscare,” meaning to toast bread over a fire.
What to drink with bruschetta?
Bruschetta pairs well with fresh white or rosé wines, but also with a light craft beer. If you love to experiment with flavors, we have some suggestions for you: how about blueberry-flavoured water? Or you can opt for a sparkling lemonade or a classic chinotto.
What is the best bread for bruschetta?
The ideal bread is homemade, Tuscan, or Pugliese, which holds up well to toasting and absorbs the dressing without breaking.
How many calories does a bruschetta have?
A tomato bruschetta has approximately 150-200 calories, depending on the amount of oil used.
How long should bruschetta cook?
To get crispy bread, toast the slices for 5-7 minutes in the oven or 2-3 minutes per side on a hot grill.
Try this easy bruschetta recipe with tomato and bring to the table an appetizer that conquers at the first bite!
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