Caramelized Tomato Bruschetta

Vegetarian
Health score
14%
Caramelized Tomato Bruschetta
40 min.
6
229kcal

Suggestions


If you’re looking to impress your guests with a delightful and unique appetizer, look no further than our Caramelized Tomato Bruschetta. This vibrant dish celebrates the rich flavors of grilled tomatoes paired with the creamy goodness of ricotta cheese, all served on perfectly toasted baguette slices. It's a wonderful way to elevate a simple starter into a mouthwatering experience.

In just 40 minutes, you’ll create a colorful and tasty treat that’s not only vegetarian but also bursting with fresh ingredients. The combination of ripe cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and high-quality extra-virgin olive oil offers a burst of flavor that dances on your palate. As you bite into the crispy bread topped with caramelized tomatoes and smooth ricotta, you’re sure to be transported to a sun-kissed Italian terrace.

This bruschetta is perfect for antipasti platters, cocktail parties, or casual get-togethers with friends and family. What makes it truly special is the interactive element—allowing your guests to build their own creations with the fresh condiments laid out on the table. With each bite, they can sprinkle in their desired amount of salt and pepper to suit their taste. This Caramelized Tomato Bruschetta is not just food; it’s an experience that encourages connection, conversation, and a celebration of delicious flavors. Give it a try and watch it quickly become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • oz slender baguette 
  • pt cherry tomatoes halved
  • cup basil leaves fresh
  • 0.3 tsp kosher salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • 0.8 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • grill
  • spatula
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat a grill to medium (350 to 450).
  2. Cut 18 thin diagonal slices from baguette, angling knife so each slice is 3 to 4 in. long. Save remaining bread for another use. Set baguette slices on a tray and brush all over with about 1 tbsp. oil.
  3. Arrange bread on cooking grate and grill with lid down, turning once with tongs, until browned, 1 to 3 minutes total.
  4. Transfer to a platter.
  5. Heat a large cast-iron skillet or other oven-proof frying pan on cooking grate, with lid down, until water dances when sprinkled on skillet, 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Add 1 1/2 tbsp. oil and spread with a heatproof brush.
  7. Pour tomato halves into pan, then quickly turn with tongs so all are cut side down.
  8. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Cook with grill lid down, without stirring, until juices evaporate and tomatoes are blackened on cut side, 10 to 15 minutes. Gently loosen tomatoes from pan with a wide metal spatula as theyre done and transfer to a bowl.
  9. Spoon ricotta into a bowl and drizzle remaining 1/2 tbsp. oil on top. Put basil in another bowl. Set out toasts with tomatoes, ricotta, basil, salt, and pepper so people can build and season their own bruschettas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories229kcal
Protein13.78%
Fat47.43%
Carbs38.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.13
Glycemic Load
12.76
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.170434885699%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:228.84kcal
11.44%
Fat:12.17g
18.72%
Saturated Fat:3.76g
23.48%
Carbohydrates:22.39g
7.46%
Net Carbohydrates:20.98g
7.63%
Sugar:3.83g
4.26%
Cholesterol:15.81mg
5.27%
Sodium:365.51mg
15.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.95g
15.91%
Vitamin K:24.5µg
23.33%
Vitamin C:18.7mg
22.67%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.92%
Selenium:11.4µg
16.29%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.31%
Vitamin A:734.59IU
14.69%
Folate:57.14µg
14.28%
Calcium:119.74mg
11.97%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.89%
Iron:2.13mg
11.81%
Vitamin B3:2.2mg
11.02%
Phosphorus:109.21mg
10.92%
Vitamin E:1.63mg
10.84%
Potassium:263.23mg
7.52%
Copper:0.13mg
6.34%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.06%
Magnesium:22.9mg
5.72%
Fiber:1.41g
5.64%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.34%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.19%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.76%
Source:My Recipes