Light Bruschetta
Classic Italian bruschetta with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on toasted baguette. Only 60 calories each. A fresh, no-fuss party appetizer.
Light Bruschetta has 60 calories per serving, with 2g protein, 9g carbs, 2g fat, and 1g fiber. Prep 15 min, cook 5 min.
Nutrition per serving
8 serving(s)
60
Calories
2g
Protein
4% DV
9g
Carbs
3% DV
2g
Fat
3% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 60 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
5 min
Servings
8
Est. Cost
$5.00
Light Bruschetta
Bruschetta is summer on a plate - ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and garlic piled onto crisp toast. The trouble is that most versions drown the bread in olive oil. This lighter version uses just a tablespoon of oil and a whole-wheat baguette sliced thin, so each piece is a fresh, juicy 60-calorie bite. It’s the perfect make-ahead appetizer for warm-weather parties, barbecues, and backyard gatherings.
Ingredients
- 6 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 whole-wheat baguette, sliced into 24 thin rounds
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic (1 minced for the topping, 2 halved for rubbing the toast)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and let sit 10 minutes for the juices to develop.
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Slice the baguette into 24 thin rounds and arrange on a baking sheet.
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Toast the bread under the broiler for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crisp - watch closely so it doesn’t burn.
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Rub the warm toasts with the cut side of a garlic clove for a hit of flavor.
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Spoon the tomato mixture onto each toast just before serving (topping earlier makes the bread soggy).
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per piece) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal |
| Protein | 2g |
| Carbs | 9g |
| Fat | 2g |
| Fiber | 1g |
Tips
- Make the tomato topping up to 2 hours ahead and keep at room temperature - the flavor improves as it sits.
- Toast the bread ahead and store in an airtight container; assemble at the last minute for the crispest result.
- For extra flavor, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a shaving of Parmesan right before serving.
- Salt the tomatoes lightly and drain off excess liquid before topping the toasts to keep them crisp.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Equipment
skillet
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