How to Make Bruschetta with Shallots - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that never fails to please. And when it's topped with sweet, caramelized shallots, it becomes a truly irresistible dish. This simple yet flavorful recipe is a perfect way to impress your guests at your next dinner party or simply to treat yourself to a delicious snack.

What makes this bruschetta recipe so special is the use of shallots, which add a delightful sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish. When cooked low and slow, shallots become ...

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Ingredients

  • 12 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, cut into slivers
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 8 cups

  • In a large bowl, toss together the roma tomatoes, minced garlic, shallots, basil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and 1/3 cup olive oil.
  • Place the slivered garlic and 1/4 cup olive oil in small saucepan over medium heat. Slowly cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Discard garlic.
  • Toast the bread slices, and brush with the olive oil heated with garlic. Top slices with the roma tomato mixture.
  • Nutrition

    162 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 169mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 158mg