Mediterranean-Inspired Bruschetta

A taste of the Mediterranean in every bite: crispy rustic bread topped with ripe tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta, finished with a hint of Gratsi wine and fresh basil.

By Frank Occhino

@uncle_franks_backyard_pizza

October 25, 2024

Mediterranean-Inspired Bruschetta

By Frank Occhino

Ingredients

1

baguette or rustic bread, sliced
4

ripe tomatoes, chopped
1/2

red onion, finely chopped
1/4

cup Kalamata olives, chopped
2

cloves garlic, minced
1/4

cup crumbled feta cheese
1

tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2

tsp dried oregano
Olive oil
Salt & pepper
Fresh basil, chopped
Extra olive oil for mixing
Splash of Gratsi Wine

Instructions

TOTAL TIME

20 minutes

4 servings

The best part of this recipe is its simplicity—ripe tomatoes, savory olives, and creamy feta come together effortlessly, creating fresh flavors.

A bowl of salad with feta, tomatoes, and herbs sits on a wooden board with slices of toasted bread. Nearby are garlic, whole tomatoes, a basil plant, olives, a glass of red wine, and a Gratsi wine box.

STEP 1

Prep the Bread: Slice the bread and place it on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.

A person uses tongs to arrange slices of toasted bread on a baking rack, with a wooden board of chopped tomatoes in the foreground and an outdoor oven in the background.

STEP 2

Prepare the Tomatoes: While the bread is baking, chop the tomatoes and place them in a colander to drain excess juice.

A close-up of hands slicing a red tomato with a large kitchen knife on a wooden cutting board. The tomato is partially diced, and tomato pieces are spread around the board.

STEP 3

Mix the Toppings: In a bowl, combine the chopped onion, olives, garlic, and basil. Add the drained tomatoes, then mix everything together.

A close-up of a glass bowl filled with chopped tomatoes, onions, herbs, and olives. A person is pouring liquid from a small glass container into the bowl, with a wooden spoon resting inside.

STEP 4

Season: Add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, oregano, and a splash of Gratsi wine. Toss in the crumbled feta and mix until well combined.

A hand spoons bruschetta mix from a white bowl on a wooden table, surrounded by toasted baguette slices, olives, tomatoes, basil, garlic, a glass of red wine, and a Gratsi wine box.

STEP 5

Final Touch: Once the bread is ready, arrange the slices on a wooden board. Top each slice with the tomato mixture.

STEP 6

Enjoy: Pair with your favorite Gratsi wine for the perfect Mediterranean experience !

Buon appetito!

A person holds up a glass of red wine next to a bowl of salad with feta cheese, olives, and tomatoes on a wooden table. Slices of bread and a box labeled GRATSI are also on the table, with a leafy plant and outdoor scene in the background.

Mediterranean-Inspired Bruschetta

Mediterranean-Inspired Bruschetta