Roasted Garlic and Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze

A flavorful appetizer featuring toasted slices of bread topped with roasted garlic and sweet roasted tomatoes, finished with a tangy balsamic glaze.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

365

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.38

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Breakfast•Dinner•Bread•Appetiser

Cuisine:

British

Cooking Style:

Roasting

Ingredients

Servings

1lbRoma Tomatoes(About 4-5 medium tomatoes, halved or quartered if large)

£1.50

1headGarlic

£0.70

3tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra Virgin)

£0.30

1teaspoonDried Oregano

£0.10

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)

1loafBaguette(Sliced into 1/2 inch thick rounds)

£1.00

2tablespoonsBalsamic Glaze(Or to taste. Store-bought or homemade.)

£0.40

OptionalleavesFresh Basil(For garnish, thinly sliced)

£1.50

Total Cost

£5.50

£1.38 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Prepare the garlic: Slice off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on a baking sheet.
3
Prepare the tomatoes: In a bowl, toss the halved/quartered tomatoes with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread the tomatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet alongside the garlic.
4
Roast: Roast the garlic and tomatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened and slightly caramelized, and the garlic is soft and fragrant.
5
Toast the baguette slices: While the tomatoes and garlic are roasting, toast the baguette slices until golden brown, either in a toaster or in the oven for the last few minutes of roasting.
6
Assemble the bruschetta: Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and spread evenly onto the toasted baguette slices.
7
Top with the roasted tomatoes. Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze.
8
Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

365 kcal / 1527 kJ

Carbs

48g

18% of RDA

Fat

16g

23% of RDA

Protein

18% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

620 mg

27% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2 g

10% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before drizzling with balsamic glaze.

To make homemade balsamic glaze, simmer balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat until it reduces to a syrupy consistency. Be careful not to burn it.

If you don't have dried oregano, Italian seasoning is a good substitute.

Adjust the amount of garlic and balsamic glaze to your taste preference.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Baking Sheet

Stove or Toaster

Wine Pairings

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