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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers/ Snacks

    Fried Mozzarella and Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

    First Published: July 15, 2021 . Last Modified: July 22, 2021 lisa65 Comments This post may contain affiliate links

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    Fried Mozzarella and Heirloom Tomato Bruchetta may just be your new favorite appetizer. Mozzarella cheese is breaded and quick fried until melty. It's placed onto sliced bread and topped with a marinated tomato mixture for a creamy and flavorful bruschetta crostini tomato appetizer.

    Fried mozzarella bruschetta crostini with heirloom tomatoes

     I am all about appetizers especially when I am entertaining. There is nothing better than having a meal with a few assorted appetizers for a light dinner too. As you know, I love tomatoes so Fried Mozzarella and Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta is what I came up with as my latest creation.

    What is Bruschetta?

    Bruschetta is a delicious mixture that usually includes chopped tomatoes and herbs. It typically gets piled on slices of toasted bread.  This classic Italian appetizer is perfect to serve before dinner and many restaurants will have it on their menu. This mozzarella bruschetta is creamy and full of flavor.

    Crostini is made with toppings and very similar to bruschetta. Brucshetta is usually thicker sliced of large Italian bread and topped with a tomato mixture while crostini is usually make on thin round slices of crusty bread with assorted toppings. Whichever bread you choose, you will love this bruschetta crostini appetizer.

    This is an easy recipe to make but one that will wow all your guests. I love making this over the summer with ripe, juicy tomatoes. When NJ tomatoes are not available, I use mini heirloom tomatoes that I find in the supermarket. They are sweet, colorful and available year-round. They are much better than the other tomatoes you find at the markets this time of year. I love serving this appetizer poolside or on the patio.

    Heirloom tomatoes are combined with salt and basil.

    Ingredients needed for Fried Mozzarella Bruschetta

    • Olive Oil – Use a good quality olive oil as the flavor will be prominant in this dish.
    • Baguette – Slice about a half a loaf into thin, ½-inch slices.
    • Heirloom Tomatoes – Get the freshest tomatoes you can buy. You can use whole tomatoes chopped or halve cherry tomatoes.
    • Basil – Use fresh basil and chop just before adding it to the salad.
    • Balsamic Vinaigrette – Look for this in the salad dressing aisle.
    • Panko Bread Crumbs – I love the crunch of panko but you can use regular bread crumbs in a pinch.
    • Italian Seasoning - This is usually a blend of  basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, sage, and/or coriander.
    • Salt – Don't skimp on the salt. Salt is going to really bring out the flavor of the tomatoes.
    • Fresh Mozzarella – Look for the fresh mozzerella logs near the deli section of the grocery. These come as whole logs or already sliced.
    • Eggs – Eggs will help the bread crumbs bind to the fried mozzarella.

    Tips for Making This Mozzarella Bruschetta Recipe: 

    • Slice your bread thin. The cheese and tomatoes are the star of the show so you don't want the bread to be too thick.
    • Toast the bread lightly. If it's too crunchy, these appetizers will be harder to eat.
    • Use the ripest tomatoes you can find. Heirloom tomatoes are pretty but regular tomatoes work well too.
    • If you'd like to cut a step and save some time, use frozen mozzarella sticks and just heat them in your air fryer or oven. Cut the sticks to fit the bread. 
    • Drizzle some of the leftover dressing over the finished bruschetta crostini appetizer.  
    bruschetta with mozzarella tomato appetizer on a tray

    More Tomato Appetizers

    • Tomato, Bacon and Avocado Crostini Recipe
    • Tomato Pesto Caprese Skewers
    • Ricotta Tomato Puff Pastry Tart
    • Goat Cheese and Tomato Tartlets from Donuts 2 Crumpets

    Bruschetta with mozzeralla is such a versatile crowd pleaser. Your guests are going to love this tasty tomato appetizer.

    If you like this bruschetta with mozzarella tomato appetizer, please leave a 5-star rating.

    RECIPE

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    4.87 from 22 votes

    Fried Mozzarella & Balsamic Heirloom Tomato Crostini

    This easy appetizer will wow guests every time!
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time35 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 6 to 12
    Calories: 420kcal
    Author: Lisa Grant (Jersey Girl Cooks)

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup olive oil divided
    • 12 ½ inch baguette slices (about half a loaf)
    • 2 cups chopped Heirloom tomatoes
    • 3 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
    • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette dressing
    • 1 ¼ cup Panko bread crumbs
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon salt plus extra if needed
    • 16 ounce fresh mozzarella log cut into 12 thick pieces to fit the size of the bread
    • 2 large eggs beaten

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400° F. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides of the bread with 1 tablespoons oil. Reserve remaining oil. Bake until slightly golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
    • In a small bowl, mix together tomatoes, basil and dressing. Set aside.
    • Mix together bread crumbs, Italian seasoning and ½ teaspoon salt on a deep plate. Dip the cheese pieces in the egg and then dredge the cheese with the bread crumb mixture until all is coated.
    • Heat half of the olive oil on medium heat in a non- stick frying pan. Place half the cheese in the pan and fry for 30 to 45 seconds on each side or until golden. Remove from pan and let rest on paper towels. Cook the remaining batch.
    • To assemble crostini, place a piece of fried cheese on each piece of toasted bread. Top with the tomato mixture. Season with salt to taste.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 852mg | Potassium: 296mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1306IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 429mg | Iron: 2mg

    First Published May 2014 ; Updated July 2021

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    Comments

    1. Sherri Jo says

      May 14, 2014 at 11:01 am

      5 stars
      I very much like the sounds of this recipe. Looks amazing!

      Reply
    2. Karen Harris says

      May 14, 2014 at 1:55 pm

      Amazing recipe Lisa! I could eat the whole plate. Good luck!

      Reply
    3. Dani Johnson says

      May 14, 2014 at 4:18 pm

      Yum. That looks so good. Good luck!

      Reply
    4. Angela says

      May 14, 2014 at 5:43 pm

      5 stars
      I love their sauces! Also love this idea--fried mozz with tomato salad. Yum.

      Reply
    5. Debbie R. says

      May 14, 2014 at 6:02 pm

      Yum, those look delish! I would love to win the sauces, they all sound amazing!!

      Reply
    6. Steph chambers says

      May 14, 2014 at 6:39 pm

      Will definitely try this recipe! Thanx!

      Reply
    7. Susan Ericson says

      May 14, 2014 at 7:05 pm

      Lisa, This looks delicious!!

      Reply
    8. Beth @ Hungry Happenings says

      May 14, 2014 at 8:26 pm

      I wish you the best of luck in the contest, and know you will do well. Your recipe looks great and I'd like to snack on one of them right now. I too love balsamic vinegar and especially love it with tomatoes.

      Reply
    9. Brandi Esposito says

      May 14, 2014 at 9:11 pm

      Looks tasty! Love the idea of the fried mozzarella. Kind of like a different take on bruschetta. Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    10. annette turello says

      May 15, 2014 at 6:36 am

      5 stars
      the one with black pepper,sounds delicious

      Reply
    11. Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry! says

      May 15, 2014 at 9:01 pm

      5 stars
      So cool that you are in this competition! Good luck, I totally hope you win! This recipe looks amazing!! I totally want to try the Jamaican Wing Sauce, it sounds delicious!

      Reply
    12. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

      May 15, 2014 at 9:12 pm

      Congratulations on being chosen by the Saucy Mamas company! Awesome!
      And you are so correct. This is an over the top double Wow recipe for an appetizer that truly is not that difficult to make. I have never tried to fry cheese, but it looks like something that I could easily handle. Delish!

      Reply
    13. Rebecca Parsons says

      May 15, 2014 at 10:57 pm

      5 stars
      I can imagine making something with the Four Leaf Balsamic Vinaigrette and Marinade and wing sauces. Sounds like an italian dinner night.

      Reply
    14. Pam says

      May 16, 2014 at 1:11 pm

      I seriously wish I had the ingredients on hand so I could make this for lunch! It looks delicious.

      Reply
    15. Brittany says

      May 19, 2014 at 11:04 pm

      This looks so yummy!! Good luck in November!

      Reply
    16. tiffany lane says

      May 20, 2014 at 9:51 am

      Everything looks so good. I am starving now

      Reply
    17. Kathy Fleming says

      May 20, 2014 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      Had to rate this recipe a 5 and shared on pinterest. I'd like to try the All Natural Pacific Rim Ginger Dressing.

      Reply
    18. gayle gildehaus says

      May 20, 2014 at 10:29 am

      This sounds soo yummy..will have to try it!

      Reply
    19. Rosanne says

      May 20, 2014 at 11:47 am

      I'd never even thought of fried mozzarella but this is definitely on my list of summer recipes to try.

      Reply
    20. Brandy Williams says

      May 20, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      4 stars
      This sounds so yummy! I and looks amazing!

      Reply
    21. Erica C. says

      May 20, 2014 at 1:34 pm

      Sounds delicious.

      Reply
    22. angela cunningham says

      May 20, 2014 at 3:04 pm

      5 stars
      this sounds like something I would like to try to make

      Reply
    23. alyce poalillo says

      May 20, 2014 at 5:38 pm

      All these sauces and this recipe sound so good and I would love to give them all a try.

      Reply
    24. Ann Fantom says

      May 20, 2014 at 5:54 pm

      I would love to try these sauces! They look so good.

      Reply
    25. Heather R says

      May 20, 2014 at 6:51 pm

      5 stars
      this looks soooo yummy - I love anything with olive oil, basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes, and MORE than welcome any new twist on it (especially when it involves bread....).

      Reply
    26. sharon says

      May 20, 2014 at 7:26 pm

      i would love to try all of these sauces! but i'm especially eyeing the Jamacian Jerk Wing Sauce. thanks for the giveaway and i hope i win!

      Reply
    27. Jackie says

      May 20, 2014 at 8:34 pm

      That looks amazing! I'm from Jersey, too, and that remind me of the awesome appetizers you can get in fine dining Italian restaurants.

      Reply
    28. Dawn Hecke says

      May 20, 2014 at 9:20 pm

      5 stars
      They look delicious!

      Reply
    29. Barbara Montag says

      May 20, 2014 at 9:32 pm

      5 stars
      These products would be so much fun to cook with!
      I've had the Parmesan marinade & it's fantastic.
      Yes I pinned this also.
      thank you

      Reply
    30. chris v says

      May 20, 2014 at 9:53 pm

      anything with great tomatoes rocks

      Reply
    31. joe gersch says

      May 21, 2014 at 4:24 am

      These would make food so flavorful

      Reply
    32. Debbi Wellenstein says

      May 21, 2014 at 6:27 am

      5 stars
      Your recipe looks delicious! A box of these sauces would be a big help to me!

      Reply
    33. deana c says

      May 21, 2014 at 7:58 am

      I would love to try the Orange Habanero Wing Sauce but all of them look great! Thanks for the chance.

      Reply
    34. Tracy Pryor says

      May 21, 2014 at 10:29 am

      I'd love to try the *ALL NATURAL* SESAME GINGER DRESSING.

      Reply
    35. Nicole D. says

      May 21, 2014 at 10:58 am

      Those look amazing! Great summer cookout recipe!

      Reply
    36. Amanda says

      May 21, 2014 at 12:06 pm

      5 stars
      omg. That Fried Mozzarella & Balsamic Heirloom Tomato Crostini looks amazing. I'm printing out the recipe right now. I need to try it.

      Reply
    37. kelly mcgrew says

      May 21, 2014 at 12:06 pm

      I would love to win this! This recipe looks outstanding. I have made a similar dish several times and it is so delicious and looks so elegant.

      I browsed through the recipes on their site and fell in love with the Cracked Pepper Shrimp.. I would love to try this out myself! Nothing beats real quality marinades, sauces, and dressings. You get used to buying the same brands who just cannot capture the freshness and quality that a smaller name would have. I love to buy food items from lesser-knowns, they have never disappointed.

      Thanks for the chance to win!

      Reply
    38. Tarah says

      May 21, 2014 at 12:36 pm

      Yes! I'd love to try these! I think the Balsamic Basil Vinaigrette Dressing sounds amazing!

      Reply
    39. Diane Baum says

      May 21, 2014 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      Looks and sounds wonderful and easy to prepare too.

      Reply
    40. heather sullivan says

      May 21, 2014 at 2:24 pm

      5 stars
      That looks so good yummy!!

      Reply
    41. Amy Graphman says

      May 21, 2014 at 2:44 pm

      This looks so good! I can't wait to try this recipe!

      Reply
    42. Angela Ash says

      May 21, 2014 at 3:08 pm

      The Fried Mozzarella and Balsamic Heirloom Tomato Crostini looks so good - I want to try it right now! All of the Saucy Mama sauces sound good, especially the Four Leaf Balsamic Vinaigrette and Marinade.

      Reply
    43. Pat B says

      May 21, 2014 at 3:18 pm

      5 stars
      I would love to win, and your recipe looks amazing

      Reply
    44. Deb K says

      May 21, 2014 at 3:24 pm

      Would love to win,these sauces look so good! Thanks so much!

      Reply
    45. Samantha says

      May 21, 2014 at 4:05 pm

      These look delicious! The Honey Barbeque flavor looks great!

      Reply
    46. Theresa D says

      May 21, 2014 at 4:07 pm

      The fried mozz with tomato salad sounds delicious. I would love to try the sauces they sound delicious.

      Reply
    47. kyl neusch says

      May 21, 2014 at 4:49 pm

      tasty sauces

      Reply
    48. Francine Anchondo says

      May 21, 2014 at 5:29 pm

      The sauces look great. Thankyou for the chance.

      Reply
    49. Kobi Hensley says

      May 21, 2014 at 6:44 pm

      5 stars
      I would like to try their marinades, especially the Miso Orange Sesame Dressing & Marinade.

      Reply
    50. Meghan Malicoat says

      May 21, 2014 at 6:45 pm

      I would really love to try these sauces. Hoping to win and get the chance 🙂

      Reply
    51. McKim says

      May 21, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      Our family loves wings. It would be great to try out the different flavors of wing sauce.

      Reply
    52. Karrie Millheim says

      May 21, 2014 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      Oh Wow, These look so delicious!!!

      Reply
    53. susan smoaks says

      May 21, 2014 at 8:30 pm

      yes i would love to try these.

      Reply
    54. stacey snacks says

      May 21, 2014 at 9:10 pm

      You know this has my name written all over it! YUM!

      Reply
    55. Laurie Emerson says

      May 21, 2014 at 10:07 pm

      5 stars
      I would love to try these sauces. I love trying new food products and these are so different than anything I have ever tried before!

      Reply
    56. Christine says

      May 21, 2014 at 10:37 pm

      this looks so good- I must try it

      Reply
    57. Sharon says

      May 21, 2014 at 11:32 pm

      This looks so good!

      Reply
    58. Rebecca B says

      May 22, 2014 at 6:26 am

      4 stars
      I am always on the lookout for new hot wing sauce -- can't wait to try this one!

      Reply
    59. Stephanie Galbraith says

      May 22, 2014 at 1:42 pm

      I would love to try these sauces, and come up with new recipes for them.

      Reply
    60. Kim Parrott says

      May 22, 2014 at 2:48 pm

      4 stars
      I love balsamic marinades!!

      Reply
    61. Randi Robinson says

      May 22, 2014 at 6:35 pm

      This recipe isn't my normal kind of cooking, but looks like it's at least worth a try!

      Reply
    62. Penny Snyder says

      May 22, 2014 at 7:22 pm

      5 stars
      Look awesome - would love to try these!!!~

      Reply
    63. MARIA simon says

      May 22, 2014 at 10:38 pm

      this looks wonderful and making me hungry 😉 would love to try

      Reply
    64. Diane says

      May 28, 2014 at 3:58 pm

      This post makes me wish I bought some heirloom tomato plants to grow! I two "regular" kinds, although I forget what specific variety they were.

      Reply
    65. Kate B says

      June 03, 2014 at 9:44 pm

      This recipe looks amazing. I love heirloom tomatoes! I bet the balsamic really adds a nice flavor!

      Reply

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