Need a healthy appetizer recipe?
Then this bruschetta recipe is just what you need! It’s light, easy and so flavorful!
Whenever strawberries are plentiful, I like to use them in the kitchen as often as possible. I love them in sweet dishes like this Strawberry Tiramisu Angel Food Cake, but they are also amazing in recipes like this savory Strawberry Tomato Bruschetta Recipe!
What Is Bruschetta Recipe?
Bruschetta is an “antipasto” or appetizer that usually consists of toasted baguette slices that have are rubbed with garlic, olive oil, and salt. From here, bruschetta can be topped with anything!
The variations I have made include Bruschetta Topped with Roasted Veggies, and this Goat Cheese and Honey Bruschetta. They are different from one another but equally delicious!
How To Make Bruschetta Recipe?
This recipe starts with a baguette, French bread, or any crusty, toasted bread that is cut on the bias.
Drizzle each slice generously with extra virgin olive oil, then place the bread on a baking sheet and place the bread in the oven. Bake just until the edges begin to crisp up.
While the bread bakes, work on the topping!
WHERE IS THE STRAWBERRY BRUSCHETTA RECIPE?
If you’d rather skip cooking tips, suggestions, handy substitutions, related recipe ideas – and get straight to the
Strawberry Bruschetta Recipe– simply scroll to the bottom of the page where you can find the printable recipe card.
The topping for this homemade bruschetta is a take on my Strawberry Tomato Salsa.
In a bowl, combine ripe tomatoes (I used cherry tomatoes, but plum tomatoes are lovely as well). Just be sure you use fresh tomatoes.
Chop the tomatoes and toss them with fresh strawberries, flat-leaf Italian parsley, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. You may be wondering about the tomato/strawberry combo. Think it’s a little odd?
I know strawberries and tomatoes seem like unlikely pairs, but they work well together.
You could also add fresh basil and garlic to the tomato mixture if you like.
Spoon the tomato mixture over the bread and place the bruschetta on a serving tray. This appetizer is best served at room temperature.
I like to add crumbled goat cheese to my bruschetta before serving. Feta or shaved Parmesan would be lovely paired with the tangy strawberries and balsamic vinegar.
Bruschetta Tips:
I already mentioned that you could add some fresh garlic and basil to this recipe.
You could also add fresh cucumber, red onions, shallots, or avocados.
You could make bruschetta with red wine vinegar instead of balsamic vinegar or perhaps use a balsamic glaze or reduction.
Cilantro can be used in place of the parsley.
Mozzarella, Brie, mascarpone or cream cheese could be used for this easy bruschetta recipe.
Can You Make Bruschetta For a Crowd?
Yes! This recipe can easily double, triple or quadruple the recipe as needed!
Can You Make Bruschetta In Advance?
Yes! You can toast the bread in advance and store in an airtight container when cooled. Prepare the tomato mixture and store covered in the fridge. Assemble the bruschetta just before serving.
Items Needed To Make This Recipe
- Cutting Board
- Serrated Knife
- Colander
- Mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Serving Tray
If you are looking for fun takes on bruschetta recipes try this Bruschetta Dip or this Bruschetta Burger.
If you are looking for more strawberry appetizers, try this Strawberry, Mozzarella, and Salami skewer recipe, these Strawberry Caprese Skewers, Strawberry Salad Pretzel Bites, and this Healthy Fruit Salsa.
The strawberry bruschetta recipe is one of my favorite appetizers! It is so easy and fresh. I love the bright flavors and the glorious color that the tomatoes and strawberries lend this recipe.
This bruschetta is excellent for casual entertaining, backyard BBQ’s, holidays, parties or even as a side for a light meal. This dish is elegant yet casual; impressive yet simple!
Strawberry Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
This bruschetta recipe takes little time to prepare and the results are impressive!
Ingredients
- 1 French Baguette
- 3/4 cup diced strawberries
- 3/4 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Italian leaf parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoon goat cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450.
- Slice the baguette on the diagonal into 1 inch thick slices. Drizzle each slice generously with olive oil. Lay bread slices, oil side down onto a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes or until the bread starts to brown. Remove bread to a serving dish (toasted side up).
- While bread bakes, combine strawberries, tomatoes, olive oil and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with salt (to taste). Spoon mixture over bread slices. Sprinkle with parsley and crumbled goat cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1 sliceAmount Per Serving Calories 106Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 1mgSodium 223mgCarbohydrates 15gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 4g
Becca @ Crumbs and Chaos says
This looks fantastic!! I’m all about cheesy dips too – this would be a nice change of pace 🙂
dedy oktavianus pardede says
Easy, refreshing yet tasty recipes…
nice plating too, ‘great job!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you so much!
Cassie Laemmli (@BakeYourDay) says
This looks like the perfect appetizer to me. I love strawberries and feta together!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Cassie! It was the perfect appetizer for me too!
Martha says
This looks delicious! What an interesting combination of strawberries and tomato…I can’t wait to try this!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Martha!
steve says
mmm.. summer tomatoes! Maybe the deer will leave us enough strawberries this year to home grow this dish!!
Lemonsforlulu says
Steve, I hope you DO make this, with fresh, homegrown ingredients! I will be there when you do!
Kim @ Soliloquy Of Food & Such says
I love this idea! pinnnninggggg ~said like Charlie Sheen~
Lemonsforlulu says
Hahah! Thanks Kim!
Krista says
This looks awesome! I never would have thought of putting strawberries and tomatoes together… but with the balsamic and goat cheese.. this just sounds awesome, light, and refreshing. 🙂 Thanks so sharing… pinning now! Found ya on Sunflower Supper Club.
Krista @ joyfulhealthyeats
Lemonsforlulu says
I’m telling, strawberries and tomatoes are naturals together! Thank you Krista!
Desi says
What a pretty vibrant appetizer! Beautiful photos!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Desi!
FoodBabbles says
This is simply gorgeous Tanya! Absolutely lovely. I can practically taste how fresh and vibrant these flavors are. I will definitely make this!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you so much Kate!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
Oh this looks delicious and pretty!!!
Lemonsforlulu says
Well thank you Aimee!
ChgoJohn says
This is one tasty and beautiful bruschetta, Tanya! I can almost hear your dinner guests ooh & aah when you set this on the table. And such a healthy alternative to many appetizers. This is one great idea and recipe. I’m pinning it so that I can find it when I want it. 🙂
Lemonsforlulu says
That means a great deal coming from you, my Italian friend! Thank you John!
Emily says
This sounds divine! I’m also a sucker for the hot, cheesy dips- but this is a great alternative! I will definitely be making this soon! 🙂
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Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
This looks awesome…perfect for summer! Thanks for sharing – pinning!!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Cathy!
Shannon {Cozy Country Living} says
What a wonderful fresh recipe! This looks amazing:)
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Shannon!
Megan @ The Pink Flour says
I’m not a huge bruschetta fan, but I could really get on board with this strawberry kind. And your pictures are beautiful!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Megan! You should definitely give bruschetta second chance with these strawberries!
Meg Robins (@SweetTwist_Meg) says
Perfect for this season. Love it.
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you Meg!
Kim says
Just gorgeous! I picked this as my personal favorite from last week’s Weekend Potluck. I’ve shared this on my fb page and pinned as well. Be sure and stop by and pick up a featured button on the side of our blog if you want. Thanks so much for linking up and I can’t wait to see what you bring this week. Have a great weekend!
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Lemonsforlulu says
Wow! Thank you Kim! I’ve very, very flattered! Thank you for sharing!
Rachel @ I Love My Disorganized Life says
Gorgeous and very interesting. I wouldn’t have thought to put these ingredients together. Very creative!
Lemonsforlulu says
Thanks Rachel, interesting, yes, but delicious!
cookingwithcurls says
That is one delicious looking appetizer!!!
Lemonsforlulu says
Why thank you Lisa!
Meghan @ The Tasty Fork says
This looks almost too pretty to eat!! Perfect for summer!!
Shanna@ pineapple and coconut says
This looks so good!! I love that you added in goat cheese. I am going to have to make this soon!
Lemonsforlulu says
I love goat cheese! Thanks Shanna!
Brittany says
This looks SO good! I can’t wait to try it out some time! I am wondering if I could use this recipe as part of a strawberry recipe round-up I’m doing? I would use a photo only and link back to this post for the recipe. Thanks!