I find myself making Caprese Bruschetta a ton during the spring and summer when tomatoes are ripe and juicy. It is perfect for using garden tomatoes or store-bought Campari tomatoes. It can be a meal itself on its own, served as an appetizer, or alongside grilled steak or chicken as a fun side.

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Caprese Style Bruschetta

Some of my favorite recipes that I share on Simple Meal Girl are inspired by meals I’ve had in restaurants. Caprese Bruschetta is one of them! I have always loved bruschetta since I was a small child and tomatoes are my favorite! Normally it was toasted in the oven and served with the cheese melted. Then I had it at a local small chain restaurant called Paparazzi and saw how serving only the bread toasted with fresh marinated tomatoes and mozzarella was better! Seriously a game-changer and a must-try!

Tips for making Caprese Bruschetta

Use fresh bread such as ciabatta or focaccia. Plain, garlic-infused, rosemary, or asiago loaves work well.
Let the ingredients marinate a while before serving. I have a hard time with this step! I can never wait 24 hours and usually serve after 20-30 minutes. The longer it marinates, the more the flavors mesh.

Add in options

The sky’s the limit when it comes to adding ingredients. Here are some ideas.

Artichoke hearts
Kalamata olives
Green Peppers
Red Peppers

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Best Caprese Bruschetta

Caprese Bruschetta is wonderful in the spring and summer when tomatoes are ripe and juicy. Perfect for using garden tomatoes or store-bought Campari tomatoes. It can be a meal itself on its own, served as an appetizer, or alongside grilled steak or chicken as a fun side.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Diet Vegetarian

Keyword best garden tomato recipes, bruschetta caprese ingredientes, Caprese Bruschetta, caprese style bruschetta, vegetarian caper recipes

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

n/a 0

Total Time 10

Servings people

Calories 364kcal

Author Christy

Cost $5-15

Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

1 Lb Campari Tomatoes or garden tomatoes
4 Oz Mozzarella Cheese
3 Tbsp Red Onion
6 Slices Ciabatta bread or Focaccia

Dressing

⅓ Cup Balsamic Vinegar
¾ Cup Olive Oil
1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
2 Tbsp Chive thinly sliced
1 Tbsp Parsley chopped
2 Tbsp Basil chopped
1 Clove Garlic finely minced
½ Tsp TSP Salt
1 Tbsp Capers or more!

Instructions

Cut tomatoes into wedges and cube mozzarella. Put in a salad bowl with sliced red onion. Put to the side.
Combine dressing in a jar and shake well. Pour-over tomatoes and mozzarella and toss. Cover with plastic wrap to marinate (20 minutes to 24 hours). Best to leave out in a cool area, covered to marinate.
Slice bread to serving size and toast. Optional: brush with olive oil.
Top each slice with the tomato topping and serve.

Notes

Allow time to marinate before topping on warm toasty bread.

Best if left a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcal