Most people love and remember bruschetta for its bright, fresh tomato and basil components, not so much for the sprinkle of cheese on top. So why not omit the cheese altogether?
In a medium bowl, stir together the chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Adjust the salt and spices to taste.
2
Toast the baguette slices on a grill or in a toaster. Brush with a little oil. When ready to serve, spoon the tomato mixture over the toasted baguette and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
8 servings
Serving size
2 pieces
Amount per serving
Calories73
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6.2g8%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium198mg9%
Total Carbohydrate4.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
1whole-wheat baguette, sliced
3ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 ¼tbspextra virgin olive oil
½tspchili powder
½tspsalt
1handful basil leaves, chopped finely
2cloves garlic
1dashcayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
1
In a medium bowl, stir together the chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Adjust the salt and spices to taste.
2
Toast the baguette slices on a grill or in a toaster. Brush with a little oil. When ready to serve, spoon the tomato mixture over the toasted baguette and serve immediately.
AuthorLife and Health Network