Mediterranean Diet Cheese and Tomato Baguette Slices
Elevate your appetizer game with these Mediterranean Diet Cheese and Tomato Baguette Slices, a delightful fusion of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly crisped slices of baguette are brushed with extra-virgin olive oil, then topped with creamy fresh mozzarella, diced ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a tangy-sweet finish, while a touch of sea salt and black pepper enhances every bite. With a total prep and cook time of just 25 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for parties, snacks, or light meals. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors and made with heart-healthy components, these baguette slices are a crowd-pleaser that aligns perfectly with the principles of the Mediterranean diet. Serve them warm and savor the irresistible balance of textures and tastes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Baguette
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the baguette into approximately 1/2-inch thick slices on a slight diagonal to provide a larger surface area for toppings.
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with the extra-virgin olive oil.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast for about 5-7 minutes, or until the baguette slices are golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the baguette slices are toasting, dice the ripe tomatoes into small cubes and set them aside in a bowl.
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into thin slices that will fit onto the baguette pieces.
Once the baguette slices are toasted, top each slice with a piece of fresh mozzarella, followed by a spoonful of diced tomatoes.
Season the tomato and cheese-topped slices with salt and black pepper to taste.
Return the assembled baguette slices to the oven for another 3 minutes to slightly melt the cheese.
Remove from the oven and garnish each slice with a fresh basil leaf.
Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over each topped baguette slice before serving.
Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy the combination of Mediterranean flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.7 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4582 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.9 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.9 g | ||
| Protein | 87.5 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1390 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1563 mg | 33% | |
*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.
