Pizza Bruschetta
on Jul 19, 2021, Updated Jun 18, 2025
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In this version of bruschetta the base is a warm piece of toasted bread topped with mety mozzarella, and the top is classic toamto bruschetta topping.
In this version of tomato bruschetta, I took a cue from the best loved combo of cheese, tomatoes, and bread ever: pizza. I think the better name for this might be Tomato Pizza Bruschetta. The slightly warm bread and cheese are a lovely contrast to the cool and juicy tomato bruschetta topping.
I used basil which is the classic herb in tomato bruschetta, but you could also add in or substitute thyme or oregano and that would be delicious. Fresh herbs only please — save the dried for tomato sauce. Marjoram, similar in flavor to basil, would also be nice.
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More Tomato Bruschetta Recipes:
- Classic Tomato Bruschetta
- Bruschetta with Herbed Whipped Ricotta and Heirloom Tomatoes
- Tomato Bruschetta Couscous
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- Mushroom Bruschetta with Herbed Mayonnaise
- Salmon and White Bean Bruschetta
- Swiss Chard, Leek and Feta Bruschetta
- Kale and Roasted Pepper Bruschetta
Also: What is the Difference Between Bruschetta and Crostini?
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Tomato Pizza Bruschetta
Ingredients
- 12 slices Italian or country bread (about 4×3 inches)
- ½ pound mozzarella , shredded or very thinly sliced
- Kosher salt to taste
- 3 cups cored seeded and diced ripe tomatoes (about 2 large tomatoes)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup slivered fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Place the bread slices side by side on the baking sheet (they can be touching, but not overlapping). Bake for 3 minutes, until the bread starts to firm up.
- Cover each slice with an even amount of the mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the cheese with a bit of salt. Bake for 4 to 7 minutes until the cheese is melted and starts to brown a bit in spots.
- Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, olive oil, basil, garlic, salt and pepper in a medium-sized bowl. When the toasts have finished cooking, let them sit for one minute, then spoon the tomato mixture on top of the bruschetta. Serve immediately.
