Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

Bruschetta is a traditional Italian dish that dates back to the 15th century. It was originally a way to use up stale bread by grilling it and topping it with fresh ingredients.

This is vegan recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

Cooking Method: Grilling, Toasting Cuisine: Italian Courses: Anytime, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 5 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 tomato Heirloom tomatoes
• 8 slice Baguette
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 8 leaf Fresh basil leaves
• 4 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill or toaster.
2. Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices.
3. Grill or toast the baguette slices until lightly golden.
4. Peel and halve the garlic cloves.
5. Rub the grilled/toasted side of each baguette slice with the cut side of the garlic cloves.
6. Slice the heirloom tomatoes into thin rounds.
7. Place the tomato slices on top of the garlic-rubbed side of each baguette slice.
8. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomato slices.
9. Season with salt and black pepper.
10. Garnish each bruschetta with fresh basil leaves.
11. Let the flavors meld for 10 minutes before serving.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 4g

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.