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Tomato-Caper Bruschetta





Yields
Makes 24 pieces; 8 servings

Notes: Up to 2 days ahead, make tomato mixture, cover, and chill; bring to room temperature before serving. Up to 1 day ahead, make toast and, when cool, seal airtight and hold at room temperature.

 1 cup (about 2 oz.) firmly packed dried tomato slices
 1 baguette (1/2 lb.)
 1 green onion (including green top), ends trimmed, and coarsely chopped
 1 clove garlic
 1 tablespoon drained capers
 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  Salt
Step 1
1

In a small bowl, combine tomatoes with 1 cup boiling water; let stand until soft and pliable, about 15 minutes. Drain tomatoes.

Step 2
2

Meanwhile, cut baguette diagonally into 24 slices. Arrange on a 12- by 15-inch baking sheet. Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat until toasted on each side, about 2 minutes total.

Step 3
3

In a food processor, finely mince tomatoes, onion, garlic, capers, and oregano with lemon juice and balsamic vinegar. (Or with a knife, mince tomatoes, onion, garlic, capers, and oregano, then add lemon juice and vinegar.) Add salt to taste.

Step 4
4

Spoon tomato mixture into a small bowl and accompany with toast. Spread tomato mixture onto toast to eat.

Step 5
5

Nutritional analysis per piece.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 34Calories from Fat 7.9
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%

Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 76mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 6.6g3%

Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Protein 1.3g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.