Zesty Tomato-Basil Bruschetta

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?


Yields8 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsDifficultyBeginner

Ingredients

 1 whole-wheat baguette, sliced
 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
 1 ¼ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 ½ tsp chili powder
 ½ tsp salt
 1 handful basil leaves, chopped finely
 2 cloves garlic
 1 dash cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

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.

Nutrition Facts

8 servings

Serving size

2 pieces


Amount per serving
Calories73
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.2g8%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 198mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 4.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 1g

* 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

 1 whole-wheat baguette, sliced
 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
 1 ¼ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 ½ tsp chili powder
 ½ tsp salt
 1 handful basil leaves, chopped finely
 2 cloves garlic
 1 dash cayenne 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.

Notes

Zesty Tomato-Basil Bruschetta
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