Best Southwestern Bruschetta Recipes

SOUTHWESTERN BRUSCHETTA

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This is my own creation. While cruising the Sea of Cortez (with no super markets in sight) I needed to come up with an appetizer to take to a 'dingy raft-up' party.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 roma tomatoes, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced in half
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons seeded and finely diced jalapenos
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
8 -10 slices French bread, cut about 1 inch thick (aprox. 3 inch round)
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

Mix chopped garlic, vinegar, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
Slowly stir in oil.
Add chopped tomatoes and jalapenos and allow to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Meanwhile place the bread rounds on cookie sheet and lightly toast under broiler.
When the bread is toasted rub tops of toast with whole garlic pieces.
Top bread with tomato mixture.
Sprinkle on a little cheese and if desired, pop into warm oven to melt cheese.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.5, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 530.3, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 6.9

BALSAMIC BRUSCHETTA

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Simple appetizer - the balsamic vinegar gives it a little kick. Best if the mixture has 1 or 2 hours to blend flavors before serving.

Provided by Kathy Bias

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Bruschetta Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 loaf French bread, toasted and sliced

Steps:

In a bowl, toss together the tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Mix in the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper. Serve on toasted bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 470.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

BRUSCHETTA

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 12 to 24 toasts

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 baguette
Good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Slice the baguette at an angle 1/2-inch-thick. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and sprinkle one side with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly toasted.