Description
This Easy Tomato and Bacon Bruschetta combines crispy toasted baguette slices with a fresh and flavorful topping of diced cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh basil, and smoky crumbled bacon. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, this simple appetizer is perfect for quick entertaining or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Bread:
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Topping:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 4 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional:
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
- Prepare the Bread: Arrange the sliced baguette pieces on a baking sheet. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil to ensure even toasting and a golden crust. Toast the bread in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until the slices are crisp and golden brown.
- Make the Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh basil, crumbled cooked bacon, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss the mixture to blend all the flavors evenly.
- Assemble the Bruschetta: Once the baguette slices are toasted, remove them from the oven. Spoon the tomato and bacon mixture generously onto each warm bread slice, allowing the flavors to meld slightly.
- Serve: Optionally, drizzle balsamic glaze over the top of each bruschetta for a sweet and tangy finish. Serve immediately while the bread is still warm and crisp to enjoy the perfect texture contrast.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use freshly cooked bacon rather than pre-packaged.
- Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with grape tomatoes or diced Roma tomatoes if preferred.
- To make the toasted slices heart-shaped, cut the baguette accordingly before toasting.
- Balsamic glaze is optional but adds a lovely sweetness that balances the savory topping.
- Make sure to toast the bread just before assembling to keep it crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 pieces)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
