BRUSCHETTA WITH TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS, AND BASIL

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Bruschetta is a delicious Italian garlic bread that is served with various toppings as an appetizer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Yield Makes 15 to 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large, ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 large red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup fresh basil leaves, shredded
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 loaf round Italian peasant bread
2-3 peeled garlic cloves, for rubbing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and basil. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Add olive oil and vinegar, and toss well to combine. Let stand at room temperature for at least an hour.
  • Cut bread into 1/2-inch-thick slices, then cut slices in half diagonally. Brush both sides of each slice lightly with additional oil; grill or broil on both sides until toasted.
  • Rub hot bread lightly with garlic cloves on one side only. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and top with vegetable mixture. Let stand a few minutes to allow juices to soak into bread; serve.

Ahammed Hasan
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my bruschetta didn't turn out very well. The tomatoes and cucumbers were bland, and the balsamic glaze was too sweet. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Capybara Memes
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This is a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The bruschetta was so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Osthir Asik
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. The bruschetta was so easy to make and it looked beautiful on a platter. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahsan Riasat
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This recipe is amazing! The tomatoes and cucumbers are so fresh and juicy, and the basil adds a nice pop of flavor. The balsamic glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Fish Demrew
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The flavors are so fresh and summery. I love that it's a quick and easy appetizer to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Michael Hedgepeth
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The bruschetta was so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Idk A person
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Delicious! I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfect. The tomatoes and cucumbers were fresh and flavorful, and the basil added a nice touch of herb. I will definitely be making this again.


Tim Handville
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Cynthia LeJeune
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and cucumbers. I made it for lunch today and it was so good that I had to make it again for dinner. The balsamic glaze is a must-try.


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Easy to make and delicious. I used a baguette that I had on hand and it worked perfectly. The tomatoes and cucumbers were fresh and juicy, and the basil added a nice pop of flavor. I will definitely make this again.


Miah Bilal
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This bruschetta recipe was a hit at my last party! The combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, and basil was refreshing and flavorful, and the balsamic glaze added a touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.