Fresh Salsa Bruschetta |
A popular restaurant selection, easily prepared at home. Place fresh salsa bursting with flavour in a bowl and surround it with garlic toasted baguette. A refreshing taste with each bite!Ingredients
- 1-½ cups (375 mL) diced tomatoes (about 2)
- 1 cup (500 mL) diced English cucumbers
- ½ cup (125 mL) crumbled Canadian Feta cheese
- ¼ cup (50 mL) shredded Canadian Mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp (2 mL) dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, divided
- Twenty-four ¼-inch (0.5 cm) whole wheat baguette slices
Directions
1. In a serving bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumbers, Canadian Feta and
Canadian Mozzarella, vinegar, oregano and one clove garlic, minced.
Set aside.
2. Cut remaining garlic in half and rub cut surface on one side of
each baguette slice. Place on a baking sheet; broil for 1 to 2
minutes, on both sides or until lightly toasted.
3. Spoon salsa on toasted baguette slices and enjoy!
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 2 to 4 minutes
Yield: 24 pieces
Value Added:
For a lower fat option select part-skimmed Canadian Mozzarella and light Canadian Feta cheese.
For optimum flavor, use fresh ripe tomatoes. Remember to store
tomatoes at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. A serrated
knife makes cutting easier.
Switch It Up:
- Replace half of the cucumbers with diced green peppers.
- For some heat, add your favorite hot sauce or hot pepper flakes.
- For another quick and easy meal idea, toss the fresh salsa with warmed pasta and enjoy for dinner.
For Fun:
For a Mexican themed night, omit the oregano and add chopped fresh cilantro, use fresh lime juice instead of red wine vinegar, and turn up the heat with hot sauce or minced jalapeño.
Source: Dairy Farmers of Canada www.dairygoodness.ca
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