Bruschetta with Mozzarella

Bruschetta with fresh Mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, basil, and balsamic drizzle, served on a toasted baguette is perfect combination of classic Italian flavors. This will be a quick and easy appetizer that can be served for any occasion.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 Roma tomatoes (seeds scooped out, diced)
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (diced)
• fresh basil leaves (chopped)
• 1 baguette (sliced)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Slice a baguette into ¾-inch slices.
2. 2Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Melt 1 tbsp butter and toast the bread until golden color on both sides. When done, just set aside to cool off.
3. 3Cut the tomatoes in halves, and using a spoon, scoop out the seeds with the liquid and discard. Then dice the tomatoes.
4. 4Dice mozzarella cheese, basil, and mix it together with chopped tomatoes.
5. 5Add 1 tbsp olive oil, pinch of salt and mix again.
6. 6Transfer the toasted bread to the serving plate and top with tomato/mozzarella/basil mixture.
7. 7Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve.