Best Tomato And Fennel Bruschetta Recipes

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FANTASTIC FENNEL BRUSCHETTA



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This bruschetta is really delicious, a little different than the average bruschetta. It always gets devoured around my house, or wherever I take it. The fennel seed really makes the dish.

Provided by Sally Rogers

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large tomatoes, diced
½ large sweet Bermuda onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons fennel seed
⅓ cup minced fresh basil
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1 (20 ounce) loaf French bread, sliced 1/2-inch thick
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the tomatoes, onion, garlic, fennel seed, basil, 1/3 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Brush both sides of bread slices with some of the 1/4 cup of olive oil; place slices onto a baking sheet. Toast the bread until golden brown and crunchy on the outside, about 3 minutes per side. To serve, spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bruschetta and arrange on a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 185.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

ITALIAN-STYLE BRUSCHETTA



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Light and fresh for a quick tasty appetizer.

Provided by Francine Lizotte Club Foody

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into small dice
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon high-quality balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir tomatoes, basil, 3 tablespoons olive oil, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, and pepper together in a bowl; let tomato mixture stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, then place in the refrigerator to marinate for 45 minutes.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Brush one side of each slice of bread with remaining olive oil. Place bread slices, oiled-side-up, onto a baking sheet.
  • Broil until golden brown, about 2 minutes; remove from oven. Spoon tomato mixture evenly over the top of toasted bread slices; drizzle balsamic vinegar evenly over tomato mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 281.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

GARLIC TOMATO BRUSCHETTA



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This appetizer or side dish makes a crispy complement to any Italian entree. I just started with my grandmother's bruschetta recipe and added fresh tomatoes! It's one of the yummiest bruschetta recipes I've found. -Jean Franzoni, Rutland, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine oil, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Add tomatoes and toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. , Bring to room temperature before serving. Cut bread into 24 slices; toast under broiler until lightly browned. Top with tomato mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

TOMATO AND FENNEL BRUSCHETTA



Tomato and Fennel Bruschetta image

Categories     Bread     Herb     Tomato     Side     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh fennel
12 tablespoon minced fennel tops
1 small shallot, minced
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
4 4x6 sourdough or French bread slices
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Grill or toast bread. Brush with oil. Season generously with pepper. Top with tomato mixture. Cut each slice into 4 pieces and serve immediately.

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