Learn how to make a crowd-pleasing tomato bruschetta. The parmesan toasts take these over the top and you will love that drizzle of Balsamic Glaze. The chicken marinade with balsamic vinegar and brown sugar toasts and drizzle of balsamic make these irresistible. This post may contain affiliate links.
This is the ultimate summer party appetizer and a great way to use up those sweet and juicy summer tomatoes. We grow tomatoes and basil in our garden and homegrown ingredients will make the best bruschetta you will try! We ordered their bruschetta as an appetizer and my husband and I were smitten. The way they toasted their bread with cheese and drizzled all over with balsamic glaze was a winning combination and we couldn’t stop eating it. You’ll love how easy it is to re-create this restaurant-quality appetizer at home. The flavor profile makes me think of the classic Caprese Salad.
Most people think bruschetta is referring to the tomato topping but it’s actually referring to the toasted bread which is typically served with tomatoes or a variety of toppings like our Roasted Pepper Bruschetta. Adding cheese to the toasts adds a little salty bite and makes them irresistible. You’ll want to munch on them before you even add the toppings. Dicing with a food chopper makes the process quick and easy. We love plenty of garlic and use 4 cloves for the tomatoes and 1 clove for the toasts.
Pro-Tip: Drain off the excess juice from the tomatoes once they are diced. The flavors of your tomato topping will be better and more concentrated. How to Chop Basil: Basil is a delicate herb so be careful not to crush it. Stack the basil leaves and gently roll them together into a tube.
How to chop basil with the chiffonade method into ribbons. How to Make Bruschetta Toasts: This process couldn’t be easier. Infusing the olive oil with minced garlic then topping them with a little parmesan is an easy way to turn these into the best tasting garlic parmesan bruschetta. Infuse oil with minced garlic and brush onto both sides of toasts. F for 5 minutes then broil 1-2 minutes until golden. How to Serve Bruschetta: For this classic tomato bruschetta, we arrange the toasts on a platter and keep the tomato mixture in a separate bowl. This way, everyone can assemble their own bruschetta and the toasts will stay crisp under the tomatoes.