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Mediterranean Bruschetta Recipe: Creamy & Fresh
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Mediterranean Bruschetta Recipe: Creamy & Fresh

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

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October 25, 2024

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. Looking for what to serve alongside? Frittatine di Ricotta is a natural partner, while Fiori di Zucca Fritti offers something a little different. Stuffed Mushrooms with White Wine Mushroom Sauce is well worth making this week too. Pour a glass of Gratsi Red.

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.

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