Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread Recipe

Light, flavorful, and vibrant! This Tomato Bruschetta with Basil Cream Cheese Spread is a quick and easy appetizer or light meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. Betty Crocker's Healthy New Choices inspired this low-calorie, low-cholesterol recipe, bursting with fresh basil, juicy tomatoes, and a creamy, herby spread. Get ready to impress your taste buds!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 405.1 kcal
Protein 26g
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How to Make Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread

  1. Preheat your broiler.
  2. Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and broil for 1-2 minutes per side, or until lightly toasted. Watch closely to prevent burning!
  3. In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Spread the basil cream cheese mixture evenly onto the untoasted sides of the bread slices.
  5. In a separate bowl, gently toss together the diced tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Top each bread slice with the tomato mixture.
  7. Broil for 1 minute, or until the cheese is melted and slightly bubbly. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

18g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread?

Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread takes about 23 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 18 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread?

Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread has approximately 405.1 calories per serving, with about 26 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread?

The key ingredients for Tomato Bruschetta With Basil Spread are French Bread, Low Fat Cream Cheese, Fresh Basil, Tomatoes, Green Onion, Black Olives. See the full list with measurements above.

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