Jersey Strawberry and Basil Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze

A delightful and refreshing bruschetta featuring sweet Jersey strawberries, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Perfect as a light snack or appetizer, showcasing the best of Jersey's seasonal produce.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

350 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£2.01/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

1Baguette(French baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch thick rounds)

£1.20

500gJersey Strawberries(Freshly picked, halved or quartered depending on size)

£4.50

0.3cupFresh Basil(Chopped)

£1.00

2tablespoonsBalsamic Glaze(Store-bought or homemade)

£0.75

2tablespoonsJersey Butter(Melted)

£0.40

to tasteSea Salt(Jersey Sea Salt (optional))

£0.10

to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.10

Total Cost

£8.05

£2.01 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2.
Brush the baguette slices with the melted Jersey butter and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
3.
Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
4.
While the baguette slices are toasting, gently combine the halved or quartered Jersey strawberries and chopped fresh basil in a mixing bowl. Season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
5.
Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and let them cool slightly.
6.
Spoon the strawberry and basil mixture evenly onto each toasted baguette slice.
7.
Drizzle each bruschetta with balsamic glaze.
8.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh flavors of Jersey!
9.
Garnish with extra basil for decorative purposes.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

350 kcal / 1464 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

12g

17% of RDA

Protein

14% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

25 g

28% of RDA

Sodium

300 mg

13% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For an extra layer of flavor, add a sprinkle of crumbled Jersey Feta cheese to the strawberry mixture.

If you can't find Jersey strawberries, any locally grown strawberries will work well. Adjust the sweetness of the balsamic glaze accordingly.

For a richer flavor, rub a clove of garlic onto the warm toasted baguette slices before topping with the strawberry mixture.

If you're making the bruschetta ahead of time, wait to add the balsamic glaze until just before serving to prevent the baguette from becoming soggy.

To make homemade balsamic glaze: Simmer balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over low heat until it reduces to a syrupy consistency. This can take about 15-20 minutes.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Baking Sheet

Mixing Bowl

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