Zesty Tomato Topping for Crackers
Brighten up your appetizer game with this quick and irresistible Zesty Tomato Topping for Crackers! Combining juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a hint of garlic, this no-cook recipe is a celebration of fresh, vibrant flavors that come together in just 10 minutes. A touch of lemon zest and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar add a tangy twist, while a pinch of red pepper flakes provides the perfect subtle kick. Perfectly balanced and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this topping is spooned over crisp crackers for an elegant yet effortless hors d'oeuvre. Ideal for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or as a light snack, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience that will wow your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium garlic clove
- 5 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 12 pieces crackers
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the cherry tomatoes. Slice them into quarters and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove. Add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Stack the fresh basil leaves, roll them into a tight cylinder, and slice them into thin ribbons (chiffonade). Add the basil to the tomato mixture.
Add the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix gently until ingredients are evenly combined.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the mixture and give it a final stir to incorporate.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more salt or pepper if desired.
Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Spoon the zesty tomato topping onto your crackers just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and vibrant appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1037 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*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.
