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Roasted Garlic and Tomato Bruschetta Recipe

Crispy toasted bread topped with roasted garlic, juicy tomatoes, olive oil, and basil for a light, vegan, flavor-packed appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 145
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 baguette sliced into 12 pieces
  • 4 medium tomatoes diced
  • 1 bulb garlic roasted
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place garlic bulb wrapped in foil, roast 20 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  2. Brush baguette slices with 1 tbsp olive oil. Toast on baking sheet for 8 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. In bowl, combine diced tomatoes, roasted garlic cloves (mashed), balsamic vinegar, remaining olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Spoon mixture over toasted bread slices. Sprinkle chopped basil for garnish. Serve immediately before bread decides to get soggy.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 145
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.8g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g

Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 20%
  • Vitamin A: 12%
  • Folate: 10%
  • Iron: 9%
  • Calcium: 6%

Additional Notes & Tips

  • Use heirloom tomatoes for extra flair.
  • Add a drizzle of extra balsamic glaze for restaurant vibes.
  • Serve warm for best crunch-meets-juiciness magic.