Balsamic and Basil Tomato Bruschetta with Melted Mozzarella
Crispy bread topped with melted fresh mozzarella cheese and ripe tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
- 3 plum tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves chopped garlic
- 1 tsp honey
- 12 thin slices of Italian bread
- 1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese sliced in 12 slices
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic, honey, and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
On a hot grill pan brushed with the rest of the olive oil, grill the bread on both sides.
Place the bread slices on a sheet pan, top with a slice of mozzarella, and broil for a couple of minutes, until the cheese melts.
Top each slice with a spoonful of tomatoes and some basil and serve.