Very Veggie Herb and Garlic Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Very Veggie Herb and Garlic Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf unsliced Italian bread; 3 -5 cloves garlic, minced and divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 6 plum tomatoes, sliced; 2 large sweet red peppers, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 -2 teaspoon italian seasoning; 6 tablespoons coarsely chopped basil; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano; ¾ cup part-skim mozzarella cheese; ½ cup provolone cheese; ½ cup romano cheese or ½ cup parmesan cheese or ½ cup asiago cheese

Servings: persons

1 loaf unsliced Italian bread
3 -5 cloves garlic, minced and divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 plum tomatoes, sliced
2 large sweet red peppers, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 -2 teaspoon italian seasoning
6 tablespoons coarsely chopped basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
¾ cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
½ cup provolone cheese
½ cup romano cheese or ½ cup parmesan cheese or ½ cup asiago cheese

1
Cut bread loaf in half length wise.
2
Spray a baking sheet with non stick cooking spray and place bread halves on sheet.
3
In a large pan saute ONLY 2 garlic cloves, with 2 TBL.
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of olive oil.
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Brush this mixture over bread halves.
6
In same skillet add remaining olive oil and saute red pepper, onion, Italian seasoning, and remaining garlic until vegetables are crisp tender.
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Turn off heat and stir in 2 TBL.
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basil, parsley and oregano.
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Add this mixture to a blender or food processor and puree.
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When pureed, spread mixture on bread halves.
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Top bread halves with tomato slices and cheeses and sprinkle with remaining basil.
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Bake at 400 F for 10-13 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbley and edges of bread are golden brown.
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*Ifsubstituting dried herbs for fresh, you must reduce amount of dried herb used.

416

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf unsliced Italian bread, 3 -5 cloves garlic, minced and divided, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 6 plum tomatoes, sliced, and more.

Yes, Very Veggie Herb and Garlic Bruschetta falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Very Veggie Herb and Garlic Bruschetta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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