Copycat Mellow Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe
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Copycat Mellow Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe
Description
The Copycat Mellow Mushroom Bruschetta is made by combining ripe diced tomatoes, finely diced white onion, and minced garlic, tossed in a dressing of extra virgin olive oil and white balsamic vinegar mixed with chopped basil, fresh parsley, salt, and garlic powder. This mixture imparts an herby and slightly tangy flavor with fresh aromatics. The topping sits for a short time allowing the flavors to meld.
Baguette slices are brushed with olive oil and toasted until golden brown, providing a crisp and crunchy base for the moist tomato mixture. The assembled bruschetta is finished with crumbled feta cheese adding a creamy, salty contrast and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for sweetness and depth. Fresh basil leaves are added for garnish to enhance herbal notes.
Ideal for serving as an appetizer or snack, the bruschetta topping can be made ahead and stored refrigerated for up to four days, ready for quick assembly. This makes it convenient for entertaining or casual gatherings requiring little last-minute preparation. The mix of textures from crispy bread and juicy topping creates a fresh and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette sliced, medium loaf
- 2 cups tomato diced; ripe
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup white onion finely diced
- 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
- 2 TBSP white balsamic vinegar
- 5 basil chopped/sliced, plus extra for topping, large leaves
- 1 tsp parsley fresh, chopped
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp garlic powder
- 2-3 TBSP feta cheese crumbled
- 1-2 TBSP balsamic glaze sweet
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven or toaster oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine chopped tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a small bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, white basalmic vinegar, basil, parsley, salt, garlic powder, dill and pour over the veggies.
- Brush crostini with olive oil and toast using your oven or toaster oven, until golden brown. 5-10 minutes should do it!
- Spoon bruschetta mixture over the toasts and sprinkle with basil, feta, and a hearty drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Commence faceplant.
- Bruschetta mixture can be made up to four days ahead of time and whipped out at a moment's notice for impromptu snacking or an impressive party appetizer! I pretty much want this in my fridge at all times. Forever.
Notes
- This recipe yields just over 2 cups of tomato topping, enough for about 18-20 baguette slices depending on size.
- The tomato mixture can be prepared up to four days in advance and refrigerated to develop flavor.
- Nutrition information should be considered as estimated; adjust ingredients as needed.
- The recipe is easily scaled by doubling or tripling to accommodate larger groups.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 62 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 62kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 139mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 37mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 83IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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