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Pesto Bruschetta with Marinated Tomatoes

Allie Hagerty
This simple yet delicious dish is an Italian classic perfect for warmer months (or really any time of year!).
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 264 kcal

Equipment

  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • sheet pan

Ingredients
  

For the Marinated Tomatoes

  • 2 cups tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, minced
  • 6 leaves basil, chiffonade*
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

For the Bruschetta (Crostini)

  • 1 small baguette
  • 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled and cut in half

Other

  • 1/4 cup pesto

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 °F
  • Mix all of the ingredients for the tomatoes in a small mixing bowl, set aside. If you are making this ahead of time, it can be stored in the fridge, although, you should take it out 10 minutes before you serve so it can be brought back to the right temp.
  • Meanwhile, brush each side of the bread with oil and place on a larges heet pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Once the toasts are done, sprinkle a little bit of salt on the tops, and let cool for 5 minutes before rubbing the tops with the cut garlic.
  • Time to assemble! Divide the pesto among the toasts, and then top with a generous amount of the tomato mixture. Serve immediately!

Notes

Chiffonade is the method of slicing herbs into delicate ribbons. It’s quite simple - stack your basil leaves, roll them tightly like a cigar, and slice.

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 19.8gProtein: 6.4gFat: 18.1gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7.4gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 391mgPotassium: 295.5mgFiber: 1.8gSugar: 4g
Keyword bruschetta, Italian, Italian food, Party Food, Pesto, Summer, tomatoes, Vegetarian
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