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Grilled Tuscan Garlic Bruschetta

Enjoy a taste of Italy with this quick and easy Grilled Tuscan Garlic Bruschetta, featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and smoky garlic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bruschetta
  • 1 loaf baguette Freshly baked if possible.
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced for mixing and one for rubbing.
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Divided between two uses.
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar Adds a tangy flavor.
  • 200 g cherry tomatoes Halved for topping.
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped Can substitute with dried herbs.
  • 1 tsp sea salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper Adjust per preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Slice the baguette on a diagonal into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper.
  4. Brush both sides of each bread slice with half of the garlic-oil mixture.
Grilling
  1. Place the slices on the grill and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden grill marks appear.
  2. Remove the bread from the grill and immediately rub each slice with a garlic clove for extra flavor.
Topping
  1. While the bread is grilling, halve the cherry tomatoes and toss them with the remaining garlic-oil mixture and chopped basil.
  2. Top each grilled slice with a spoonful of the tomato and basil mixture.
  3. Serve the bruschetta warm or at room temperature.

Notes

This bruschetta is best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in the fridge for about 2 days, keeping bread and topping separate to avoid sogginess. Heat in the oven at 350°F before serving.