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Ingredients
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2 cups halved grape tomatoes, well drained
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4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
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2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
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2 cloves garlic, pressed
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1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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8 (1/2-inch thick) diagonal slices baguette
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fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Directions
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Place tomatoes, mozzarella, sliced basil, garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl, and fold until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Brush baguette slices with remaining olive oil until lightly coated. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet; season with salt. Broil until lightly browned, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
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Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted baguette immediately before serving, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
233 | Calories |
8g | Fat |
33g | Carbs |
8g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 233 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 8g | 10% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 9% |
Cholesterol 5mg | 2% |
Sodium 456mg | 20% |
Total Carbohydrate 33g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 8g | 16% |
Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
Calcium 71mg | 5% |
Iron 3mg | 14% |
Potassium 257mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.