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Bruschetta with Pesto

This easy Bruschetta Recipe is made with pesto, fresh tomatoes, olive oil, goat cheese, a sprinkle of arugula and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. 

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 127 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 8 slices crusty Italian bread
  • 3-4 medium tomatoes (seeded and chopped)
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 4-5 fresh basil leaves (chopped)
  • 2-3 pinches salt (or to taste)
  • 2-4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4-1/3 cup basil pesto (more if needed) (55-75 grams)
  • 1 cup fresh arugula leaves (cut in half if large)
  • 30 ribbon slices* of goat cheese
  • balsamic glaze (as much as desired)
*slice the cheese with a potato peeler or cheese grater.

Instructions

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  1. In a medium bowl toss together the chopped tomatoes, onion, oregano, chopped basil, salt and olive oil. Set aside.
  2. On medium / hot, Heat pan grill and keep temperature relatively high, place sliced bread on pan and turn until toasted, remove to a large plate and spread with pesto, top with a heaping tablespoon of tomato mixture, some arugula leaves, two or three ribbons of goat cheese and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 127kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 266mg (11%) Potassium 146mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 532IU (11%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 127

% Daily Value*

Calories 127kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 266mg 11%
Potassium 146mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 532IU 11%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 54mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.