Balsamic, Pepper & Olive Bruschetta

Bruschetta is a traditional Italian dish that originated in central Italy. It was originally a way to use up stale bread by toasting it and topping it with fresh ingredients.

This is vegan, gluten free and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 15 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 10.

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Balsamic, Pepper & Olive Bruschetta

Cooking Method: Toasting Cuisine: Italian Courses: Any, Appetizer Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Quick Meals Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 5 min Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 slices Baguette
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Red Onion
• 8 leaves Fresh Basil
• 10 pitted Black Olives
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 pinch Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices.
3. Place the slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
4. Meanwhile, dice the tomatoes and finely chop the red onion.
5. In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, red onion, black olives, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
6. Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and let them cool slightly.
7. Rub each slice with a garlic clove.
8. Top each slice with the tomato mixture.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.