Description
Garden Fresh Mediterranean Bruschetta is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that embodies the essence of fresh Mediterranean ingredients. Perfect for any gathering, this dish features ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and a medley of herbs atop perfectly toasted baguette slices. With its quick preparation and stunning presentation, your guests will be impressed by both the taste and your culinary skills. This versatile bruschetta can be served at parties, picnics, or casual dinners, making it a must-try recipe for any occasion. Elevate your appetizer game with this easy-to-make treat that bursts with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette
- 4 Roma tomatoes
- ½ seedless English cucumber
- ½ cup chopped green onion
- 1 ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- ½ garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried oregano leaves
- ⅛ tsp dried dill
- ½ tsp dried basil (or 1 TBSP fresh basil)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into ½-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until lightly golden and crispy. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Dice the tomatoes and cucumber. In a mixing bowl, combine them with green onion, feta cheese, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, dill, and basil. Squeeze in juice from half a lemon and mix well.
- Spoon the topping mixture generously onto each toasted baguette slice and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg