Simple Cherry Tomato Bruschetta — A Fresh and Easy Vegan Delight
When you want a break from traditional cooking and crave a light, quick, and delicious vegan treat, cherry tomato bruschetta is the perfect choice. Using quality ingredients—sweet, meaty tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, intense extra virgin olive oil, and rustic bread—makes all the difference in this simple recipe.
🍅 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cherry tomatoes (or other sweet tomatoes) | 200 g |
| Ciabatta bread slices | 4 |
| Large garlic clove | 1 |
| Fresh basil leaves | 4 large leaves |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 4 tablespoons |
| Coarse sea salt | A pinch |
🔪 Preparation Steps
- Make basil paste:
In a mortar and pestle, crush basil leaves with coarse sea salt until a fragrant paste forms. Gradually add olive oil, mixing until smooth and well combined. - Prepare tomatoes:
Dice tomatoes into small cubes. If not using cherry tomatoes, remove seeds for a cleaner texture.
Toss the tomato cubes gently with the basil-olive oil sauce. If using cherry tomatoes, most seeds will settle at the bottom naturally, cleaning the mixture. - Toast bread:
Grill bread slices on both sides until crisp and golden. - Garlic rub:
Cut the garlic clove at one end to expose the flesh. Rub this cut end on toasted bread slices to taste, adjusting for how garlicky you want your bruschetta. - Assemble bruschetta:
Spoon tomato mixture onto each bread slice. Carefully drizzle any remaining tomato juice from the bowl on top, avoiding seeds. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
💡 Tips & Serving Suggestions
- Use the freshest, sweetest tomatoes for maximum flavor.
- Rustic bread with a crunchy crust and airy crumb enhances texture contrast.
- Serve as a light appetizer, snack, or part of a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
🧾 Final Thoughts
This cherry tomato bruschetta celebrates simple, fresh ingredients with bright flavors and satisfying textures. It’s the perfect easy recipe to brighten your day.