What Makes This Tomato & Feta Bruschetta Special?

• Difficulty – This dish is incredibly easy to make with just six ingredients and takes about 30 minutes. It’s a fantastic appetizer that will wow your guests!
• Taste – Each bite delivers a fresh taste sensation, blending the sweetness of tomatoes with the salty kick of feta cheese.
• Serving – This recipe yields approximately 12 pieces of bruschetta, perfect for sharing at gatherings—though you might want to keep some for yourself!

Ingredients

• Baguette bread – Use a standard-sized baguette, sliced into about 12 pieces.
• Cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes) – Small and bursting with flavor, these are ideal for this bruschetta.
• Feta cheese – Crumble a block of feta, or use pre-crumbled for convenience.
• Olive oil – Opt for high-quality olive oil for the most flavor.
• Salt – Coarse sea salt enhances both flavor and texture.
• Fresh basil – Optional, but offers an extra layer of freshness.

Note: You’ll find the complete recipe and instructions in the card at the end of this article!

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (180°C).
2. In a small roasting dish, toss the tomatoes with one tablespoon of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. Roast them for 15–20 minutes, or until they’re thoroughly softened.
3. While the tomatoes are roasting, arrange the baguette slices in a baking dish and drizzle the remaining two tablespoons of olive oil on top. Bake for about 12 minutes until they’re crispy. (*Add the bread to the oven after the tomatoes have been roasting for about 5 minutes.)
4. Once the bread is toasted, spoon the roasted tomatoes on top of each slice, followed by crumbled feta. Add more fresh basil if you’d like to elevate the flavor even further.
5. Return the platter to the oven for about 5 minutes to warm everything through. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

• Prep Ahead: You can roast the tomatoes a day in advance. Just keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat them in a skillet over medium heat before serving.
• Ensure Crispy Bread: The bread should be really crispy to prevent sogginess once topped with the tomatoes.
• Assemble Just Before Serving: For the freshest taste and texture, prepare the bruschetta just before serving guests.

Substitutions

• Baguette bread: No baguette? Any rustic bread will do. Skip standard sandwich bread for this recipe.
• Herbs: Feel free to experiment! Mint, parsley, or dill can work beautifully instead of basil.
• Cherry tomatoes: Though cherry tomatoes are the star, you can substitute them with diced Roma tomatoes, just remember to strain off excess liquid.

Serving Suggestions

Presentation Tip: Consider serving the components separately—crisp bread, fresh tomato topping, and spreadable cheese—allowing guests to create their own bruschetta right before diving in.

This bruschetta pairs wonderfully with other summer appetizers like Caprese Salad Sticks or Feta & Spinach Stuffed Mini Peppers. It’s the perfect addition to any sunny gathering!

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