Sarasota's Summer Strawberry and Peach Bruschetta

10m
Prep Time

10-15m
Cook Time

20m
Ready In

Recipe: #9766

June 02, 2013

Categories: Desserts, Snacks, Cheese, Appetizers, Baby Shower, Brunch, Grilling (Outdoor), No Eggs, Vegetarian, Kid's Lunches, Flour, more

recipe by:
Kchurchill5

"This combines fresh summer fruit; with, savory, sweet, and tangy flavors - all in one! You could easily use all strawberries, or all peaches; but, use what is in season. These are great served as appetizers, snacks, or even dessert. Using fresh thyme is a must for this; and, sea salt if you have it, is a really nice touch."

Original is 4-8 servings

Metric US

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Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (235.2 g)
Calories 388.4
Total Fat - 14.2 g
Saturated Fat - 5.3 g
Cholesterol - 47 mg
Sodium - 1055.8 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 39.5 g
Dietary Fiber - 3 g
Sugars - 6.3 g
Protein - 24 g
Calcium - 309.9 mg
Iron - 3.1 mg
Vitamin C - 6.1 mg
Thiamin - 0.3 mg

Step 1

Balsamic Glaze ... Add the balsamic vinegar to a small pot, a simmer on medium low heat, until reduced by approximately half. It should take around 10 minutes. Then, remove from heat, and set to the side to cool.

Step 2

Fruit ... Prepare both the strawberries and peaches. Note: I don't peel the peaches, but you can if you want to. Also, use seasonal fruits - blueberries, nectarines, and raspberries also work well. Dice both fruits the same size and add to a medium size bowl. Add the cooled balsamic vinegar and fresh thyme, and toss to combine. Let it set a few minutes as you prepare the toasted baguettes.

Step 3

Baguettes or Italian Bread ... I prefer to grill these on an outside grill or inside grill pan; however, you can also broil them. Lay out on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or foil for easy clean up; and, brush the top lightly with olive oil. If you have an atomizer, I suggest you use that. You get a very nice, light coat, and will end up using less oil - they are such a great, yet inexpensive, kitchen tool. Once the bread is toasted, remove from the grill or oven.

Step 4

Finish ... Top with warm baguettes with goat cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Then, top with the fruit mixture (make sure to use a slotted spoon); and, finish with a sprig of thyme, and some chopped walnuts.