Fresh Tomato Salsa (With Bruschetta Variations)

A classic Italian treat featuring blanched, peeled tomatoes tossed with shallots and olive oil, perfect for serving on grilled ciabatta.

Vegetarian Healthy Appetiser Salsa Bruschetta Tomatoes

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

228.1

kcal / serving

912.4 kcal total

Carbs

28.3g

per serving

113.2 g total

Fat

10.7g

per serving

42.6 g total

Protein

4.7g

per serving

18.8 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits

Lemon Juice

A squeeze; or 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

GrainsCereals

slice

Ciabatta

Or pugliese bread

NutsSeeds

pinch

Salt

pinch

Black Pepper

Freshly ground

clove

Garlic

For rubbing

piece

Basil

Fresh leaves, torn

OilsFats

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Other

piece

Black Olive

Chopped

Seafood

piece

Anchovy

Chopped

Vegetables

500

Tomato

Ripe, full-flavoured such as Sungold or Gardener's Delight

piece

Shallot

Medium, finely chopped; or small red onion

Method

Blanch the tomatoes in boiling water for 30 seconds.

Mix salsa with olives, anchovies, or basil and pile onto the bread.

Grill bread slices and rub with garlic and olive oil.

Toss the tomatoes with oil, shallots, lemon juice, and seasoning.

Chop the tomato flesh to your desired consistency.

Peel, quarter, and deseed the tomatoes.