Fragrant, juicy peaches are perfect for a quick & easy summertime favorite – bruschetta. Peach Bruschetta using the best-of-the-season peaches, fresh & fragrant basil, white balsamic, a hint of chili & olive oil. The peachy mixture is piled on to toasted slices of a baguette with fresh mozzarella. Serve it as a starter with some bubbles it is certain to become a summertime favorite. And it’s easy to make. You’ll love this simple, summery appetizer.
PEACH BRUSCHETTA
You need to make this beautiful, summery bruschetta. Simple to make and so delicious. Use the best, ripe peaches you can find, a good baguette and fresh basil.
Ingredients
- 12- inch (30cm) baguette, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus 1 1/2 teaspoons
- 3 ripe peaches, diced
- 3 tablespoons thinly shredded fresh basil leaves
- 1 fat garlic clove, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red chili peppers
- Pinch sea salt & freshly ground pepper
- 4 to 6 oz fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced & torn
Instructions
- Brush each baguette slice with a little olive oil. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the bread in batches, about 3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear. Or cook them in a pan or a griddle.
- Meanwhile, combine the peaches, 1 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil, basil, garlic, vinegar, crushed red peppers, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl.
- Place a piece of mozzarella on warm slices of the baguette; top with the peach mixture. Serve immediately. Makes about 20 to 25 slices.