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Caprese Bruschetta

A quick and fresh appetizer or snack with toasted bread, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, finished with a drizzle of olive oil.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
12g
Caprese Bruschetta
LightFreshItalianVegetarianMozzarellaCrispyJuicyParty

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices and toast them in a toaster or under the broiler until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Dice the 2 tomatoes and 8 oz mozzarella into small cubes and place them in a bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Add the 10 basil leaves (torn) and 1/2 tsp salt to the bowl, then drizzle with 1 tbsp of the olive oil and toss gently to combine.

  4. Step 4

    Spoon the tomato-mozzarella mixture generously onto each toasted bread slice.

  5. Step 5

    Drizzle the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over the top and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • Toaster or broiler
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon

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