Description
This Tomato & Nduja Bruschetta is a vibrant, spicy appetizer featuring smoky Calabrian nduja spread over crispy toasted rustic bread, topped with juicy marinated cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. Perfect as a bold starter or snack, it combines fiery, sweet, and savory flavors with delightful textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 6 slices Rustic Bread (sourdough or ciabatta)
Spread and Topping
- 1/3 cup Nduja (Calabrian spicy spreadable salami)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 Garlic Clove, peeled
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- Fresh Basil leaves, chopped (optional)
- Cracked Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Heat a grill pan or toaster. If using an oven, preheat it to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for toasting or broiling the bread.
- Marinate Tomatoes: In a bowl, combine the finely chopped cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and cracked black pepper. Mix well and set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Toast the Bread: Slice the rustic bread and toast or grill each slice until golden and crisp. For extra flavor, rub each warm slice with the peeled garlic clove.
- Spread Nduja: Generously spread the spicy nduja over each slice of the toasted bread, making sure to cover evenly for balanced flavor.
- Broil (Optional): If desired, place the nduja-topped bread slices under the broiler for 1–2 minutes to gently warm and slightly melt the nduja, enhancing its smoky aroma.
- Add Tomato Topping: Spoon the marinated tomato mixture over the nduja layer on each toast slice. Garnish with chopped fresh basil and a light drizzle of olive oil for freshness and color.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of crisp bread, spicy nduja, and juicy tomatoes at their freshest.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of nduja or substitute with a less spicy spread.
- The garlic rub is optional but adds a subtle aromatic depth to the bread.
- If fresh basil is unavailable, you can substitute with fresh oregano or parsley.
- Serving immediately preserves the crispiness of the bread and freshness of the tomato topping.
- Can be served as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food.
