Courts Italian Tomato Appie
Elevate your appetizer game with Court’s Italian Tomato Appie, a vibrant and flavor-packed bite that’s perfect for any gathering. This delightful recipe combines juicy, finely chopped cherry tomatoes, aromatic fresh basil, and a touch of minced garlic, all tossed in a luscious drizzle of olive oil and tangy balsamic glaze. The mixture is served atop crispy, golden baguette slices toasted to perfection, with the option to add a sprinkle of Parmesan for a savory finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet impressive dish is an ideal choice for party starters, light snacks, or even an elegant accompaniment to dinner. Bursting with classic Italian flavors, Court’s Italian Tomato Appie is a must-try recipe for lovers of fresh, wholesome ingredients and effortless entertaining ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 whole French baguette
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the baguette slices with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and toast in the oven for 7-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the bread toasts, finely chop the cherry tomatoes and transfer them to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the chopped tomatoes.
Tear or chop the basil leaves into small pieces and add them to the bowl.
Drizzle the tomato mixture with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Gently toss to combine.
Top each toasted baguette slice with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for an extra touch of flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful Italian Tomato Appie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 613 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 204 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value 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.
