Bruschetta With Feta

Name: Bruschetta With Feta
Ingredients: 1 beefsteak tomato, diced (about 2 cups); 5 large basil leaves, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; salt and pepper, to taste; 2-3 tablespoon feta cheese; 1 baguette or stirato, sliced on a bias; 3-4 tablespoon olive oil; crumbled feta, for garnish; small basil leaves, for garnish

Jessica Chou|June 14, 2012 10:59 am EST

3.2 (5 ratings)

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Bruschetta may normally get topped with mozzarella, but feta is a lighter alternative, plus easier to mix in.See all appetizer recipes.Click here to see Bountiful Basil Recipes.

Servings

4

Ingredients

1 beefsteak tomato, diced (about 2 cups)
5 large basil leaves, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste
2-3 tablespoon feta cheese
1 baguette or stirato, sliced on a bias
3-4 tablespoon olive oil
crumbled feta, for garnish
small basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the tomatoes, basil, and garlic. Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and mix. Carefully toss in the feta cheese and set aside.
Brush olive oil on both sides of each slice of bread and toast until the edges are crisp. To assemble, use a fork to lift the tomato-basil mixture and place on top of toasted slices. Top with fresh, crumbled feta and small basil leaves to garnish.