Should bruschetta be served warm or cold?

Honestly, I would say bruschetta is served as a mix of hot and cold! The toasted bread fresh from the oven is warm, but the tomato mixture is marinated in the fridge for a bit, so it is cold. When they come together, the warm bread and cold topping go so well together!

What bread should I use for bruschetta?

Traditional bruschetta in Italy is made from a bread called Pagnotta. But since that is not readily available in the US, the next best choice is ciabatta! However you could also french bread, baguette slices, or even sourdough if you'd like.

What tomatoes are best in bruschetta?

Roma, heirloom, or beefsteak all make a good bruschetta. Cherry tomatoes are also a great option!

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

It is best to prepare this recipe right before serving! If prepared and assembled ahead of time the bread will become soggy and it simply won't be as fresh. You could however prep the tomato mixture slightly beforehand and let it marinate. About 30 minutes - 1 hour!

What should I serve this recipe with?

Bruschetta works perfectly as a party appetizer recipe or even a summer dinner side dish! Serve with some Italian recipes like pesto chicken , mozzarella meatballs , burrata pasta , or herb crusted salmon .

How do I store bruschetta?

Unfortunately, once bruschetta is fully made and assembled it can't really be stored.

Best Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Description

Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta is the perfect appetizer recipe! Made with fresh roma tomatoes, creamy & tangy goat cheese, and crunchy ciabatta bread … this dish is light, easy, and bursting with flavor. Serve at your next summer dinner party for a total crowd pleaser!

Ingredients

Scale

1 loaf ciabatta bread, (or 1/2 large loaf)
5 plum tomatoes
1 heirloom tomato
1/2 yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, (separated)
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, high quality
2 oz goat cheese
Salt & pepper

Instructions

Start by preparing the tomatoes. Remove the seeds and chop into small even pieces.
Next add the chopped tomatoes, onion, and garlic to a large bowl. Combine.
Then add in the fresh basil, parmesan cheese, olive oil (3 tbsp), and balsamic vinegar. Combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Let sit in the refrigerator while you toast the bread.
Next slice the ciabatta loaf into about 1/2 inch thick slices. Place the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Spread the remaining olive oil (2 tbsp) on the tops of each slice. Sprinkle with salt.
Bake at 450 degrees for 7 minutes.
Remove the bread from the oven. Add about 2 spoonfuls of the tomato mixture to each slice of toasted bread.
Shred the goat cheese on top of each slice of bruschetta. Add more fresh basil as well.
Serve & enjoy!

Keywords: goat cheese bruschetta, tomato bruschetta, tomato goat cheese bruschetta, tomato and goat cheese bruschetta, tomato basil goat cheese bruschetta, goat cheese appetizer