Easy Vegan Bruschetta Avocado Recipe
This recipe is everything I love about cooking: simple, fresh ingredients coming together in perfect harmony. The creamy avocado and tangy balsamic glaze create a mouthwatering contrast that makes each bite taste like sunshine.
It is so easy to take a few fresh ingredients and turn them into an amazing appetizer. My Easy Vegan Bruschetta Avocado pairs creamy avocado with diced cherry tomatoes on a crusty baguette.
It’s amped up with minced garlic and fresh basil. And the extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze take it over the top.
Ingredients
Avocado:
Packed with good-for-you fats and fiber, has a creamy texture.
Cherry Tomatoes:
Few calories, a potent source of antioxidants, a sweet and sour flavor.
Garlic:
Contributes rich flavor and is recognized for its immunity-boosting benefits.
Basil:
An aromatic herb, it adds a fresh and subtly peppery flavor.
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil:
Fats that promote heart health and that, also, intensify flavors.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 ripe avocado
- 4 slices of fresh baguette or similar crusty bread
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Set the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and toast the baguette slices very lightly for 5 to 7 minutes, until they have turned a nice shade of golden brown.
2. Toast the bread and meanwhile cut the avocado in half, take out the pit, and mash the avocado in a bowl.
3. Using a fork, mash the avocado until smooth. Then, go ahead and season it with salt and pepper to your liking.
4. In a different bowl, mix together the cherry tomatoes that have been diced, the garlic that has been minced, and the basil that has been chopped.
5. Pour a thin stream of extra-virgin olive oil over the tomato mix; then, generously sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir gently to incorporate.
6. Take the bread from the oven after it has finished toasting and allow it to cool for a moment.
7. Generously spread mashed avocado over each slice of toasted bread.
8. Put the tomato and basil mixture on top of the avocado.
9. Balsamic glaze: and drizzle bruschetta with this, so small, it’s almost a whisper. You don’t want to overwhelm with taste; you’re just bringing in a hint of sweet, sour, and sticky.
10. Serve now and delight in your simple vegan bruschetta with smashed avocado.
Equipment Needed
1. Oven
2. Baking sheet
3. Bowl (2)
4. Fork
5. Knife
6. Cutting board
7. Spoon or spatula
8. Measuring spoons
FAQ
- Q: Can I use a different type of bread?A: Yes, any kind of bread with a crust will work well, like sourdough or ciabatta.
- Q: How do I choose a ripe avocado?A dark-skinned avocado should give way to very light pressure when a person squeezes it. This signifies that it is ripe and ready to be consumed.
- Q: Can I prepare the ingredients in advance?A: You can get the tomatoes and garlic ready in advance, but it’s best to slice the avocado right before you serve this dish to keep it from turning brown.
- Q: Is there a substitute for balsamic glaze?You may use balsamic vinegar, but the glaze imparts a sweetness and thickness that’s really nice.
- Q: Can I add other toppings?A: Yes, you can add chopped onions, bell peppers, or any other favorite topping. Feel free.
- Q: How do I store leftover bruschetta?A: You can store toppings in an airtight container in the fridge for a day, and those will be just fine and dandy. But if you want to enjoy this dish at its absolute best, eat it fresh. Don’t wait a day and then try to serve this up as if it were a lovely leftover ready to be reheated.
- Q: Is it possible to make this recipe gluten-free?A: Yes, just utilize bread that is free from gluten as a substitution.
Substitutions and Variations
Loaf: Swap out for gluten-free sandwich loaf or whole-grain sandwich loaf.
Cherry tomatoes: Substitute with either standard tomatoes (diced), or with sundried tomatoes for a different taste.
Basil: Substitute fresh cilantro or parsley for a different herb profile.
Avocado oil or walnut oil can be used as an alternative to extra-virgin olive oil if you desire a slightly different taste.
Balsamic glaze: Substitute it with reduced balsamic vinegar that has been sweetened with a touch of maple syrup.
Pro Tips
1. Enhance the Avocado Flavor: Add a squeeze of fresh lime or lemon juice to the mashed avocado. This not only adds a bright, fresh flavor but also helps prevent the avocado from browning too quickly.
2. Garlic Infusion: Rub a garlic clove lightly on the toasted bread slices after they come out of the oven. This infuses the bread with a subtle garlic flavor, adding depth to each bite.
3. Basil Freshness: For maximum basil flavor, add a few whole basil leaves on top of the tomato mixture before drizzling with the balsamic glaze. This adds a burst of freshness and a pop of color.
4. Tomato Prep: To prevent the bruschetta from becoming soggy, consider draining the diced cherry tomatoes slightly before mixing them with the other ingredients. This helps control excess moisture.
5. Layering Technique: For an even more balanced taste, layer the tomato-basil mixture and mashed avocado alternately if the bread slices are large enough. This ensures each bite has both flavors.
Easy Vegan Bruschetta Avocado Recipe
My favorite Easy Vegan Bruschetta Avocado Recipe
Equipment Needed:
1. Oven
2. Baking sheet
3. Bowl (2)
4. Fork
5. Knife
6. Cutting board
7. Spoon or spatula
8. Measuring spoons
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 4 slices of fresh baguette or similar crusty bread
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Set the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and toast the baguette slices very lightly for 5 to 7 minutes, until they have turned a nice shade of golden brown.
2. Toast the bread and meanwhile cut the avocado in half, take out the pit, and mash the avocado in a bowl.
3. Using a fork, mash the avocado until smooth. Then, go ahead and season it with salt and pepper to your liking.
4. In a different bowl, mix together the cherry tomatoes that have been diced, the garlic that has been minced, and the basil that has been chopped.
5. Pour a thin stream of extra-virgin olive oil over the tomato mix; then, generously sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir gently to incorporate.
6. Take the bread from the oven after it has finished toasting and allow it to cool for a moment.
7. Generously spread mashed avocado over each slice of toasted bread.
8. Put the tomato and basil mixture on top of the avocado.
9. Balsamic glaze: and drizzle bruschetta with this, so small, it’s almost a whisper. You don’t want to overwhelm with taste; you’re just bringing in a hint of sweet, sour, and sticky.
10. Serve now and delight in your simple vegan bruschetta with smashed avocado.