Description
These Roasted Tomato and Garlic Bruschetta Bites are a delightful appetizer that bursts with the flavors of sweet cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, and fresh basil. Topped with melted cheese on crispy baguette slices, they are perfect for any gathering or a simple snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Roasted Tomato Mixture:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 garlic cloves (peeled)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
For the Bruschetta:
- 1 French baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing bread)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or fresh mozzarella (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the tomato mixture: Place cherry tomatoes and garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
- Make the topping: Chop roasted garlic, mix with tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and basil.
- Prepare the bread: Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast in the oven.
- Assemble: Spoon tomato mixture onto each toast. Top with cheese and bake until melted.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can roast the tomato-garlic mixture in advance.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free baguette or crackers.
- Enhance with a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta bite
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
