Description
Fresh Peach Bruschetta is a delightful appetizer featuring ripe peaches and fresh basil on toasted baguette slices, drizzled with balsamic glaze and agave syrup.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup creamy goat cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped peaches with the minced basil, balsamic glaze, agave syrup, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Gently fold the ingredients together and let them sit for about 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Lay the baguette slices on a baking tray and drizzle each piece with olive oil.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Let the toasted bread cool for a moment.
- If using goat cheese, spread a generous layer on each crostini.
- Spoon the peach and basil mixture over the top of each slice, distributing it evenly.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- For an added zing, sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
- Experiment with different fruits like apricots or cherries for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg