How to make bruschetta with all of the bruschetta topping ideas and bruschetta combinations. Bruschetta is the perfect party appetizer and party food!
I am obsessed with making bruschetta boards for parties. There are so many bruschetta variations you can put together and they always look so impressive.
I have made so many charcuterie boards in the past, like this Meat and Cheese Charcuterie Board or my Italian Charcuterie Board and as much as I love them, sometimes it is easier to serve a variety of bruschetta that are already put together so people can just grab and eat, instead of assembling.
Bruschetta (pronounced broo-skeh-ta) is a classic Italian antipasto (like an appetizer, it’s the first course of the Italian meal). Made with toasted or grilled bread, it is topped with olive oil, garlic, and salt.
Since it is typically served chilled, it is the BEST in the summer! A bruschetta board can have many different toppings of cheeses, meats, fruits, and spices. No matter the toppings, bruschetta is the perfect snack, brunch, or appetizer.
No bruschetta board is complete without a classic tomato bruschetta. The most popular topping is a salsa-like mixture of fresh and traditional Italian ingredients.
Some other toppings that I love are minced garlic mixed in with the tomato mixture, or a balsamic glaze sprinkled over the top of the bruschetta.
Although the tomato and olive oil mixture is one of the most popular bruschetta toppings, it definitely isn’t the only one! Here are 16 other topping ideas to include in your bruschetta board.
Feel free to experiment with these combinations! My go to “formula” for bruschetta is bread, a cheese, and another topping of sort (fruit, vegetables, meat, nuts, herbs, glazes, or a mixture of those).
What is the difference between Crostini and Bruschetta?
You can also refer to bruschetta as crostini. Crostini is typically served with a crispier, crunchier bread and is usually toasted in the oven with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil or butter than bruschetta but can be topped with the same ingredients.
Types of Cheeses for Bruschetta:
- Fresh Mozzarella Burrata Cheese Ricotta Cheese Brie Goat CheeseMascarpone Cheese Whipped Feta Cheese Boursin Cheese
- Cream Cheese Cheese Cubes Basil Pesto
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FAQ
Is bruschetta a type of meat?
What is bruschetta made of?
What meat goes with bruschetta?
What food category is bruschetta?
What is bruschetta topped with?
Bruschetta is a slice of grilled or toasted white bread, typically rubbed with garlic (but not always) and topped with extra virgin olive oil, chopped tomatoes, salt and sometimes fresh basil.
What is tomato bruschetta?
Tomato Bruschetta, made with ripe summer tomatoes, is the perfect appetizer for entertaining or a delicious snack when you need to use day-old bread! Easy to make and requiring just a handful of ingredients, this classic Italian antipasto makes my heart flutter every time. Serve with wine for a true Italian experience!
What is bruschetta & how do you make it?
And what is bruschetta? Tomatoes. Ninety percent tomatoes. But for some reason when you add some garlic, salt, pepper, basil, and a touch of balsamic vinegar to the tomatoes they transform into the most delicious bite that you could ever eat.
Where did bruschetta come from?
Authentic Italian bruschetta dates back to Ancient Roman times as it was made simply with bread and local olive oil. As it spread throughout the Italian peninsula over time, the addition of garlic and basil were added. It wasn’t until after the 15th century that tomatoes were added to the top, when they were introduced to Italy from the Americas.