Mouthwatering Bruschetta Dinner Recipe for Quick Weeknights
This Bruschetta Dinner recipe transforms vibrant ingredients into a satisfying meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- - Spoon
Ingredients
For the Bread Base
- 4 slices thick-cut bread rustic or sourdough loaf for best crunch
For the Tomato Topping
- 1.5 lb tomatoes chopped; use ripe tomatoes for maximum flavor
- 0.25 cup olive oil high-quality extra virgin for richness
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar adjust based on taste preference
- 0.25 cup chopped basil fresh is best; dried can be used if unavailable
- 1 clove garlic finely minced; adjust amount based on preference
- 1.5 tsp flaky sea salt enhances overall flavor
- 0.5 tsp fresh cracked pepper adds warmth to the toppings
For the Topping
- 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese adds umami and creaminess; substitute with pecorino if desired
Instructions
Steps
- Preheat your oven to broil.
- Arrange thick-cut slices of bread on a baking sheet.
- Mix together chopped tomatoes, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Distribute the tomato mixture evenly over the bread slices.
- Season with flaky sea salt and fresh cracked pepper, then sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Broil for 7-8 minutes, until tomatoes are hot and bubbly, and cheese is melted.
- Drizzle reserved juices over bruschetta just before serving.
Notes
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves for added color and freshness. Keep toppings separate from bread if preparing in advance to avoid sogginess.