Whipped Cottage Cheese Spread On Tomato Bruschetta
A delicious blend of crunchy bread, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, acidic balsamic, and creamy whipped cottage cheese!
Jump to RecipeMany people assume that healthy eating means the death of flavor or interesting food, but this tomato bruschetta with whipped cottage cheese spread proves that wrong!! It is bursting with flavor and has a variety of textures that make it a dream to eat!
Not only is it simple to prepare, but it is also delicious, low-calorie, and high protein. A dish like this can easily become a kitchen staple as a tasty afternoon snack, impressive party snack, or hearty post-workout bite. Especially since there are just 146 calories, 5g protein, 19g carbs, 6g fat per slice!
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HOW to make this Tomato Bruschetta with Whipped Cottage Cheese
This recipe comes together with 3 main components: bread, cottage cheese spread, and seasoned tomatoes. The order in which these are made isn’t super crucial. The important part is simply getting all of the components made and properly seasoned.
- Make the Whipped Cottage Cheese – To prep your cottage cheese spread, start by blending together the cream cheese and cottage cheese. Then lighten it up with some lemon zest and lemon juice. Season it with salt and pepper to taste.
- Marinate the Tomato Mixture – In a medium bowl combine the shallots, garlic, and vinegar. Give that 5 minutes to rest while whisking up ¼ cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the tomatoes, stir gently, and give it 10 minutes to marinate. Then, stir in the basil and taste for seasonings.
- Toast the Bread and Assemble – Slice and toast your bruschetta pieces on the griddle. Give them a few minutes to cool. Then, spread each slice of bread with a generous amount of whipped cottage cheese. With a slotted spoon, place the tomatoes on top. Put the bruschetta on plates and scatter with the pine nuts, extra basil, and the balsamic glaze. Serve!
FAQs about Ingredients
What is the best bread to use for bruschetta?
Because bruschetta is topped with a variety of ingredients, some of which have added moisture, it is important to choose a bread that is sturdy. Popular options include Italian ciabatta or a french baguette.
How do you keep your bruschetta from getting soggy?
To reduce the likelihood of your bread getting soggy, it is common practice to toast/grill the bread before adding the bruschetta toppings. An additional way to prevent sogginess is waiting to top the bruschetta until the last minute. That way, there is less time for any moisture to soak into the bread.
Can I make these tomato bruschettas ahead of time?
Yes and no. The elements of this recipe (whipped cottage cheese spread, marinated tomatoes, and sliced bread) can be prepared ahead of time. However, it is not recommended for the assembly to occur until just before the bruschetta bites will be served.
What is the best way to store this recipe?
The best way to preserve the elements of this dish is to store them in separate, air-tight containers. The whipped cottage cheese spread and marinated tomato mixture should go in the fridge and the bread can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days.
Tomato Bruschetta with Whipped Cottage Cheese Spread
Ingredients
Whipped Cottage Cheese Spread
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- zest 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoons freshly lemon juice
- dash salt and pepper
Seasoned Tomato Mixture
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots 2 shallots
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 cloves
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 pounds ripe heirloom or cherry tomatoes 1/2-inch-diced
- 3 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves plus extra for serving
Other Ingredients
- 20-25 1/2-inch-thick diagonal baguette slices, toasted
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- balsamic glaze
Instructions
Whipped Cottage Cheese
- For the whipped cottage cheese, place the cottage cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade.
- Pulse until the cheeses are mixed.
- Add the lemon zest and stir.
Seasoned Tomato Mixture
- For the tomatoes, up to an hour before you’re serving, combine the shallots, garlic, and vinegar in a medium bowl.
- Set aside for 5 minutes.
- Whisk in the ¼ cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the tomatoes, stir gently, and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the basil and taste for seasonings.
Assembly
- Slice and toast your bruschetta pieces on the griddle. Give them a few minutes to cool.
- To assemble the bruschetta , spread each slice of bread with a generous amount of whipped cheese .
- With a slotted spoon, place the tomatoes on top. (To remove excess liquid)
- Put the bruschetta on plates and scatter with the pine nuts.
- Sprinkle with extra basil and glaze. Serve!
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