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Strawberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta

A somewhat sweet, mostly savory, all delicious appetizer—or even dessert. See more

READY IN 25 mins

Strawberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta

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"The way the tangy, slightly salty goat cheese works with the syrupy, balsamic-coated strawberries and crispy, charred bread is a thing of beauty." — Chef John

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Original recipe makes 12 slices Change Servings

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
12 slices Italian bread
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound strawberries, washed and diced

2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving
1 cup goat cheese, room temperature
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

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Directions

Heat vinegar in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Simmer until reduced by about half, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
Prepare a grill for high heat. Place bread slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
Combine strawberries and thyme in a small bowl and set aside.
Grill bread on the preheated grill until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
Spread goat cheese on toasted bread. Add black pepper, salt, and reduced vinegar to the strawberry mixture. Spoon over the goat cheese topped bruschetta. Garnish with additional thyme.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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Cook's Note:
You can toast the bread under the broiler instead of on a grill if needed.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 30, 2012

Good. I had some trouble reducing the vinegar, it turned hard fast. But the flavors came together well in the end.

—Tina

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 13, 2013

I had some goat cheese that I wanted to use, so I tried this recipe. It might have been better on bread, but I mounded the goat cheese on a serving plate, then drizzled the strawberry mix over the cheese, and served it with crackers. I liked the flavors, but my guests were ho-hum about this presentation.

—Randeel

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Aug 23, 2012

I have made this using basil instead of the thyme and its amazing!!! People always ask me for the recipe.

—Sasha

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Jul 25, 2012

I changed this a little, although I'm sure it would still deserve 5 stars, as written. This made an extremely good dessert, for my Sunday dinner. I used a frozen pound cake (thawed) instead of oiled bread, and only broiled it on one side, for one minute. However, I followed all the rest of the recipe. Everyone at the dinner loved it, even one person who HATES balsamic vinegar!!!

—TEENULA

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Nov 27, 2012

Don't change one single thing. Absolutely delicious. I just served it to my book club pals. Huge hit! And my 11 year-old twins loved helping me make it. Thank you!

—Tracey Waid

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Aug 05, 2012

so easy and super delish!

—Elagain

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Nov 25, 2012

Tastes fan-freakin'-tastic. The saucy cut-up fruit does not travel well. Wait til it's the last possible moment to mix it up.

—Beckleswithfreckles

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May 09, 2013

We LOVED it!! Very simple to make! I will make this over and over!

—Juana07

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Nutrition

Calories
303 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
29.9 g
10%

Cholesterol
30 mg
10%

Fat
15.2 g
23%

Fiber
2.6 g
11%

Protein
12.3 g
25%

Sodium
499 mg
20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Strawberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 303
Calories from Fat: 137

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.2g 23 %
** Saturated Fat 8.5g 42 %
Cholesterol 30mg 10 %
Sodium 499mg 20 %
Potassium 237mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 29.9g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 2.6g 11 %
Protein 12.3g 25 %
** Sugars 7.9g
Vitamin A 12 %
Vitamin C 75 %
Calcium 20 %
Iron 23 %
** Thiamin 23 %
** Niacin 36 %
** Vitamin B6 5 %
** Magnesium 11 %
** Folate 53 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.