Description
A quick and flavorful tomato basil garlic bread with crispy toasted slices, juicy tomatoes, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil.
Ingredients
- 1 large baguette or Italian loaf, sliced
- 2–3 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded or sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Drizzle olive oil over each slice.
- Spread minced garlic evenly on each piece.
- Top with tomato slices.
- Add mozzarella cheese over tomatoes.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until bread is crisp and cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and top with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Fresh basil gives the best flavor, but dried can be used.
- Use firm tomatoes to prevent soggy bread.
- Avoid microwaving when reheating to keep crispness.
- Add parmesan or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Best served warm and fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-2 slices
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
