Roasted Pepper Tomato Crostini

  • Prep 10 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Servings 18

Ingredients

  • 18 slices Italian bread, 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced (2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red bell peppers, drained and chopped
  • 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps

  • 1
    Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Grill bread uncovered 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
  • 2
    Mix tomatoes, basil, vinegar, salt and bell peppers. Spread tomato mixture on bread. Top each slice with about 1 teaspoon cheese.
  • 3
    Cover and grill 4 to 6 inches from medium heat about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve hot.

  • You can use provolone cheese instead of mozzarella.
  • Prepare the tomato topping and grill the bread several hours ahead if you are entertaining. Just before serving, spread the topping on the crostini and grill as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Appetize
Calories
65
Calories from Fat
10
Total Fat
1g
Saturated Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
160mg
Total Carbohydrate
12g
Dietary Fiber
1g
Protein
3g
% Daily Value*:
Iron
4%
4%
Exchanges:
1 Vegetable;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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