Bruschetta Caprese
Bruschetta Caprese is a classic Italian starter featuring toasted bread topped with a fresh tomato and basil salad, creamy mozzarella caprese, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic glaze.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Brush
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups grape tomatoes chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 baguette sliced diagonally
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Tomatoes: Chop the grape tomatoes and place them in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and let them drain for a few minutes to remove excess moisture.2 ½ cups grape tomatoes, ½ teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
- Infuse Garlic Oil: Mince the garlic and add half of it to the olive oil in a small bowl. Let it sit while the tomatoes drain.5 cloves garlic, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Mix Tomato Salad: Transfer the drained tomatoes to a mixing bowl. Add the remaining minced garlic and chopped basil, then mix well.¼ cup fresh basil
- Toast the Bread: Preheat Oven and set it to 425°F. Slice the baguette diagonally and lightly brush both sides with the garlic-infused olive oil. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and bake for about 7 minutes, or until golden and crispy.1 baguette
- Assemble the Bruschetta: Place a slice of fresh mozzarella on each toasted bread slice. Top with the tomato mixture, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, and season with freshly ground black pepper.8 ounces fresh mozzarella, 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar, Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your bruschetta while it's fresh and crispy!
