Rustic Tuscan Pepper Bruschetta

July 05, 2013

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These little appetizers are crunchy, creamy and so savory! With the flavors of the bell peppers, mint, goat cheese and balsamic vinegar you will be transported to the Tuscan countryside! They have all the colors of fall and are great to serve at a party because they are hand held! These are so easy to make that you can throw this together as a last minute appetizer

• 2 tbsp. of olive oil
• 2 tbsp. of balsamic vinegar
• 1 1/2 tbsp. of honey
• 1 1/2 tbsp. of chopped fresh mint + more for garnish if desired
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, seeds and membranes removed
• 1 large orange bell pepper, seeds and membranes removed
• 1 large red bell pepper, seeds and membranes removed
• 4 ounce(s) of Whipped Cream cheese
• 6 ounce(s) of soft goat cheese
• 1 box garlic flavored Melba snack toasts (you will need 48 unbroken toasts)

1. In a Medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey and mint until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside. 2. Using a mandolin slicer - or a VERY sharp knife, slice all three bell peppers very thinly. Toss Pepper Strips into the viniagrette. (You can also use a vegetable peeler to get thin strips of the bell pepper or a food processor with a slicing attachment) Allow peppers to marinate for 10 min. 3. While peppers are marinating, mix cream cheese and goat cheese together until smooth. 4. To assemble Bruschettas: Spread a generous amount of the cheese mixture onto each melba toast. Drain the bell peppers, and mound a good amount on top of cheese on each toast. 5. Plate the appetizers and garnish with additional fresh mint if desired. Season with a little salt and pepper if desired. Enjoy!

Nutritions

Calories
52

Sodium
42mg
1% DV

Fat
3g
6% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
1g
0% DV

Fiber
0.2g
0% DV