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Avocado Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction
4.7 from 9 votes

Avocado Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction

With ripe avocado and juicy grape tomatoes, this is the perfect midday treat or party snack!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup olive oil divided
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 2 cups cherry tomato halved
  • 1 avocado halved, seeded, peeled and diced
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • ¼ cup basil chiffonade, leaves

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place baguette slices onto prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place into oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
  3. To make the balsamic reduction, add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a slight boil and reduce by half, about 6-8 minutes; set aside and let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, avocado, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Top each baguette slice with tomato mixture, garnished with basil.
  6. Serve immediately, drizzled with balsamic reduction.