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Avocado, Tomato, and Basil Bruschetta

Avocado, Tomato, and Basil Bruschetta

A fresh and easy snack featuring crunchy toasted bread topped with creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Perfect for gatherings or a light lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bruschetta
  • 1 loaf baguette or ciabatta/sourdough
  • 2 medium ripe avocados
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes seeded if very juicy
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn or chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled, for rubbing on bread
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt added after mixing tomatoes
  • 1 squeeze lemon or lime juice for avocado

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the baguette into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Toast the bread slices until golden.
  3. Mash the avocados with a pinch of salt and lemon or lime juice.
  4. In a bowl, mix the chopped tomatoes with olive oil and any additional salt.
  5. Tear or chop the basil and add it to the tomato mixture.
Assembly
  1. Rub the warm toasted bread with peeled garlic.
  2. Spread a thin layer of mashed avocado on each toast.
  3. Top with the tomato and basil mixture.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

To keep bread crispy, toast well, seed tomatoes, and use fresh basil for the best flavor. You can prep components ahead of time for easy assembly.