Low Sodium Classic Tomato Bruschetta Topping

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this Low Sodium Classic Tomato Bruschetta Topping is a heart-healthy twist on a beloved Italian favorite. Bursting with juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic fresh basil, and fragrant minced garlic, this simple yet elegant recipe is dressed in a perfectly balanced blend of balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and zesty lemon juice, enhanced subtly with black pepper, onion powder, and dried oregano. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this topping is the ultimate quick and flavorful appetizer. Serve it generously spooned over toasted bread slices for a guilt-free, low-sodium delight that's perfect for entertaining or a light snack. Elevate your bruschetta game with this wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cut each tomato into quarters and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Stack the basil leaves, roll them into a tight bundle, and slice them thinly. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely. Add the minced garlic to the tomato and basil mixture.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper, fresh lemon juice, onion powder, and dried oregano. Whisk everything together until well emulsified.

Step 5

Pour the balsamic and olive oil dressing over the tomato, basil, and garlic mixture, and toss everything gently to combine thoroughly and evenly coat the tomatoes.

Step 6

Let the mixture sit for at least 10 minutes at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Step 7

Optional: Adjust seasoning with additional lemon juice or pepper to taste if desired. Serve on toasted bread slices for a delicious, low sodium bruschetta experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(364.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	327.1

Total Fat 28.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 24.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 3.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.0mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 817.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.5%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 21.5%