Vegetarian Bruschetta with Prosciutto
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Vegetarian Bruschetta with Prosciutto-inspired flavors—minus the meat! This recipe combines golden, oven-toasted baguette slices with a symphony of fresh toppings, including sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic fennel bulb, and fragrant basil ribbons. A sprinkle of Pecorino Romano cheese adds a savory, nutty note, while a drizzle of balsamic glaze offers a tangy-sweet finish. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this meatless bruschetta is perfect for entertaining or a light snack. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual gathering, this vegetarian twist on bruschetta is guaranteed to impress and delight guests with its bold flavors and beautiful presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium loaf baguette
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 small fennel bulb
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 5 basil leaves
- 0.25 cup, grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices, diagonally to get more surface area.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and thinly slice the fennel bulb.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the basil leaves into thin ribbons.
Brush the baguette slices with 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil on both sides and place them on a baking sheet.
Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for around 5 minutes or until they are golden and crispy.
In a medium bowl, mix together the sliced fennel, halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, the remaining olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Top each toasted slice with a spoonful of the fennel and tomato mixture.
Sprinkle grated Pecorino Romano cheese over each bruschetta.
Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the top of each bruschetta.
Garnish with basil ribbons and serve immediately while the bread is still crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 3247 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.0 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 595 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1390 mg | 30% | |
*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.
