Vegetarian Bruschetta with Prosciutto

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Vegetarian Bruschetta with Prosciutto-inspired flair! Featuring golden, oven-toasted baguette slices brushed with extra-virgin olive oil, this recipe is topped with a medley of fresh fennel, juicy cherry tomatoes, and garlic, perfectly seasoned with salt, black pepper, and aromatic basil ribbons. A generous sprinkle of sharp Pecorino Romano and a drizzle of balsamic glaze add the perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, these irresistible bites are perfect for gatherings, dinner parties, or as a light snack. Best served fresh to highlight the crunchy bread and vibrant toppings, this vegetarian twist is so satisfying, you won't even miss the prosciutto! Keywords: vegetarian bruschetta, easy bruschetta recipe, fennel and tomato topping, basil bruschetta, balsamic glaze topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 medium loaf baguette
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 small fennel bulb
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 5 basil leaves
• 0.25 cup, grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices, diagonally to get more surface area.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic cloves and thinly slice the fennel bulb.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the basil leaves into thin ribbons.

Step 5

Brush the baguette slices with 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil on both sides and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 6

Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for around 5 minutes or until they are golden and crispy.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, mix together the sliced fennel, halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, the remaining olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 9

Top each toasted slice with a spoonful of the fennel and tomato mixture.

Step 10

Sprinkle grated Pecorino Romano cheese over each bruschetta.

Step 11

Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the top of each bruschetta.

Step 12

Garnish with basil ribbons and serve immediately while the bread is still crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(649.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1272.5

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 28.4mg	0%
Sodium 3246.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 40.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 595.3mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 1389.5mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 48.1%