Crab Bruschetta Recipe
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4.7
Crab Bruschetta Recipe
Description
This Crab Bruschetta Recipe blends quartered grape tomatoes with chopped basil, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar to create a vibrant topping. The addition of lump blue crab meat adds a sweet, tender seafood element that complements the acidity of the tomatoes and vinegar. Seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, the mixture is gently tossed to preserve crab lumps.
The topping is placed on garlic toasts or crostini, which provide a crisp, savory base with a subtle garlic flavor. An optional drizzle of balsamic reduction and sprinkle of Maldon sea salt further intensify the flavor and give an attractive finishing touch. The result is a fresh, herbaceous appetizer with contrasting textures—from the crisp toast to the juicy tomatoes and delicate crab.
This dish works well served as a starter or light bite at parties. The garlicky toasts can be prepared in advance or purchased ready-made, and the topping tossed just before serving to keep the crab fresh. Variations may include adding prosciutto or fresh mozzarella for a richer accompaniment. The notes suggest homemade garlic toasts with flavorful oil and herbs baked until crunchy.
Ingredients
- 2 pints grape tomatoes , red, yellow or mixed and quartered
- 16 basil roughly chopped, leaves
- 5 cloves garlic , minced
- 4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper finely ground
- 1 cup blue crab meat lump
- 24 garlic toast crostini
- balsamic glaze optional, homemade
- sea salt optional, Maldon
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper and crab meat. Toss gently.
- Add the crab meat and toss lightly to prevent breaking the lumps.
- Evenly divide the crab mixture between the garlic toasts.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction sauce and/or a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt, if desired.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- Garlic toasts can be store-bought or homemade by slicing a French baguette, brushing with olive oil blended with garlic and dried parsley, then baking at 350°F for 10-15 minutes until crisp.
- This bruschetta pairs well with additions like slices of prosciutto and fresh mozzarella to enhance richness and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 121 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 121kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 345IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 6.1mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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