Heart Healthy Bruschetta Recipe
Classic, Italian-inspired bruschetta is a deliciously healthy way to get in your veggies. Mini baguette toasts are topped with tomatoes, olives, and pistachios for a wonderfully tangy bite.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 12 servings
1 multigrain baguette loaf, sliced into 1/4-inch slices (about 36 slices)
Tomato Basil Topping
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 minced garlic clove
1/4 medium red onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
Kalamata Olive Topping
1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
1/2 cup chopped red roasted pepper
1/4 cup feta cheese
1 tsp olive oil
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
Black pepper to taste
Pistachio Topping
1/3 cup pistachios
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp low-fat zesty Italian dressing
Black pepper to taste
Directions
Baguette Toasts
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°.
Step 2
Arrange baguette slices on 2 baking sheets. Lightly coat baguette slices with nonstick cooking spray. Toast baguette slices in oven for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from oven and set aside.
Step 3
Arrange baguette toasts on a platter. Each topping will make enough for about 12 toasted baguette slices.
Step 1
In a bowl, mix together Tomato Basil topping ingredients. Spoon topping on top of toasted baguette slices.
Step 1
In a bowl, mix together Kalamata Olive topping ingredients. Spoon topping on top of toasted baguette slices.
Step 1
In a bowl, mix together Pistachio topping ingredients. Spoon topping on top of toasted baguette slices.
Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 121
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian. Click here to learn more.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 3 slices
Per serving:
calories:121
total fat:3g
sat fat:0g
cholesterol:3mg
sodium:163mg
total carb:16g
fibers:0g
proteins:2g
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