Tomato and Tapenade Bruschetta

Toasted ciabatta served with a savory homemade tomato sauce and a zesty olive tapenade, garnished with fresh chives.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 592.1 kcals 1184.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 47.4 grams 94.8 grams
Fat 41.2 grams 82.4 grams
Protein 9.3 grams 18.6 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
pinch
CondimentsSauces
30
ml
Capers
Rinsed and drained
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
Zest only
GrainsCereals
4
slice
Ciabatta
Thick slices
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
Finely chopped
1
pinch
Salt
To taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
2
clove
Garlic
Chopped, for tapenade
15
ml
Chives
Fresh, chopped for serving
OilsFats
15
ml
Olive Oil
For the tomato topping
5
ml
Olive Oil
Splash for tapenade
30
ml
Olive Oil
For brushing bread
Vegetables
0.25
piece
Onion
Finely chopped
100
g
Tomatoes
Canned, chopped
100
g
Olives
Stones removed

Steps

  • Heat oil in a pan and gently cook the onion until softened.
  • Add the garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Simmer tomatoes and sugar for five minutes until thickened, then season and transfer to a bowl.
  • Blend tapenade ingredients in a food processor until almost smooth and place in a bowl.
  • Brush ciabatta slices with olive oil and toast on a hot griddle pan on both sides.
  • Serve toasted bread with the tapenade and tomato bowls and sprinkle with chives.