Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

The dash of sugar and balsamic vinegar make this bruschetta something really special and removing the seeds prevent the bread from getting mushy.

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Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta
The dash of sugar and balsamic vinegar make this bruschetta something really special and removing the seeds prevent the bread from getting mushy.
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Yields
24  
Prep Time
15 min
Total Time
15 min
Prep Time
15 min
Total Time
15 min
2135 calories
177 g
0 g
154 g
33 g
22 g
2343 g
897 g
69 g
0 g
126 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
2343g
Yields
24
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2135
Calories from Fat 1357
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 154g
237%
Saturated Fat 22g
108%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 19g
Monounsaturated Fat 107g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 897mg
37%
Total Carbohydrates 177g
59%
Dietary Fiber 37g
149%
Sugars 69g
Protein 33g
Vitamin A
335%
Vitamin C
444%
Calcium
75%
Iron
107%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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What you need
  1. 4 pounds assorted heirloom tomatoes (preferably a mix of colors)
  2. 2/3 cup best-quality extra-virgin olive oil
  3. Freshly ground pepper
  4. Garlic salt to taste
  5. 4 tablespoons of high quality balsamic vinegar
  6. 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
  7. 1 large red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
  8. 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  9. 1/4 cup of fresh oregano
  10. 2 baguettes, cut in half horizontally
  11. 2 garlic cloves, peeled
What you do
  1. Preheat grill or broiler to high.
  2. Slice the tops of of the tomatoes and remove most of the seeds with a spoon (this will keep it from being soupy)
  3. Cut the tomatoes into 1/2 inch pieces and add to a large bowl.
  4. Combine tomatoes, oil, vinegar, sugar, 1 tablespoon salt, and pepper to taste in a large bowl.
  5. Add the herbs and onions -- reserving some basil for garnish (see note)
  6. Toast cut side of baguette halves on grill or under broiler 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. While still hot, lightly rub cut surface with garlic.
  8. Spoon tomato mixture over bread with a slotted spoon.
  9. Slice each baguette half into 3- or 4-inch-long pieces (about 12 slices per baguette).
Tips & tricks
  1. Make sure to bring the tomato mixture to room temperature before you add it to the toast.
Beta Nutrition
calories
2135
fat
154g
protein
33g
carbs
177g
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