Grilled Tuscan Garlic Bruschetta
A vibrant and fresh appetizer featuring grilled bread topped with garlic, ripe tomatoes, basil, and optional balsamic reduction and mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Crusty bread
- Fresh garlic
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Ripe tomatoes
- Fresh basil
- Herbs (such as oregano or thyme)
- Balsamic reduction (optional)
- Fresh mozzarella pearls (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Slice the crusty bread into thick pieces.
- Grill the bread slices until charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Rub a garlic clove over the toasted surface.
- Drizzle each slice with extra virgin olive oil.
- Top with diced tomatoes, basil, and herbs.
- Elevate with balsamic reduction and mozzarella, if using.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
To maximize flavor, marinate tomatoes in olive oil and herbs before topping. Serve immediately after grilling for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg