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Crispy Grilled Bruschetta Recipe Easy Homemade with Roasted Tomatoes and Basil Oil

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A simple yet flavorful bruschetta featuring crispy grilled bread topped with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and fragrant homemade basil oil. Perfect as a quick appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 baguette or crusty Italian bread, sliced about ½ inch thick
  • Olive oil, for brushing the bread
  • Optional: grated Parmesan or fresh mozzarella to top

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar if using on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  2. While tomatoes roast, blend basil leaves, ½ cup olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a blender or food processor until smooth and vibrant green, about 30 seconds. Adjust salt and oil consistency as needed.
  3. Slice baguette into ½-inch thick pieces. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Heat grill pan over medium-high heat and grill bread slices 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crispy with grill marks.
  4. Spoon roasted tomatoes generously over grilled bread slices. Drizzle with basil oil. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan or add fresh mozzarella slices.
  5. Serve immediately while bread is warm and crunchy.

Notes

Use day-old bread for better grilling results. Keep basil leaves dry before blending to avoid watery oil. Drain excess juice from roasted tomatoes to prevent soggy bread. Basil oil can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge. For gluten-free, substitute bread with gluten-free baguette or grilled vegetables like eggplant.

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