Useful links
[email protected]
enEnglish
Cookinero
Expand menu
Sign inAccount

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Author
Cookinero 20 Mar 2025
4150
Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

A traditional Italian snack, the basis of which is toasted bread, while the filling can be almost anything. This particular recipe combines the gastronomic features of our country and authentic Italian ingredients. Very unusual, quite simple and very tasty - be sure to try to make such bruschetta yourself!

How to cook Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Step 1

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Cut the cheese and tomato into small pieces.

Step 2

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Finely chop the garlic clove.

Step 3

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Add garlic, a pinch of salt and a little ground black pepper to the olive oil, then pour it into a heated frying pan.

Step 4

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Fry the bread for a couple of minutes on each side until slightly crispy.

Step 5

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Remove the toasts from the pan (carefully, they are hot!), place them on a board and spread the Pesto sauce evenly over them.

Step 6

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto

Place cheese and tomato on top of the sauce.

Bruschetta with black bread and pesto - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute black bread with any sturdy bread like baguette, sourdough, or ciabatta for a similar crispy texture.
You can replace Pesto with a mix of fresh basil, grated Parmesan, olive oil, and pine nuts blended into a paste, or use a simple garlic-herb olive oil drizzle.
Store assembled bruschetta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Keep toppings separate and assemble just before serving for best texture.
Yes, as long as the cheese used is vegetarian (check for rennet). For a vegan version, skip the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
Prep toppings and toast the bread in advance, but assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess. Store components separately.
Use certified gluten-free bread and ensure all other ingredients (like Pesto) are gluten-free. Check labels carefully for hidden gluten.
Serve as an appetizer with a balsamic glaze drizzle, alongside a charcuterie board, or with a fresh arugula salad for a light meal.
Freezing is not recommended as the bread will become soggy upon thawing. Freeze toasted bread separately and add fresh toppings later.
Top with grilled chicken, shrimp, or prosciutto for extra protein. For vegetarians, add cannellini beans or chickpeas.

Reviews: 0

0 Overall rating
5
0
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0

Have you already prepared this recipe? Tell what you think.

Write a review

Will be displayed on the comment.
Your review must be at least 50 characters.

Trending

Ragu alla Romagnola
Tomatoes, Celery, Ham, Brisket,

Ragu alla Romagnola

Total Reviews:
Cookinero Cookinero
Khinkal in Dagestan style
Beef dinner, Collection of recipes, Recipe with video, Khinkali, Garlic season,

Khinkal in Dagestan style

Total Reviews:

Khinkal is a traditional Caucasian dish. It is often confused with such a famous Georgian dish as khinkali. And, although the set of products in both dishes is quite similar, they are nevertheless different. Traditionally, khinkal is prepared on the

Cookinero Cookinero
Ginger tincture
Ginger drinks, Drinks with honey, Tinctures with vodka, Drinks with lemon, Collection of recipes,

Ginger tincture

Total Reviews:

Ginger is a well-known and beloved spice. In the kitchen, only the root of the plant is used, which is rightfully considered one of the most useful natural products. Ginger tincture, when consumed in moderation, helps improve memory, restores skin co

Cookinero Cookinero
Baked pears with cottage cheese
Cottage cheese, Desserts, Baked pear,

Baked pears with cottage cheese

Total Reviews:

There are those who love pears in their simplest and most natural form - "from the tree" or bought from a trusted market merchant, and there are adherents of pears baked, grilled or stewed in sugar syrup. This recipe is for the latter, alth

Cookinero Cookinero
Ham and peach kebabs
Ham, Peaches, Summer recipes, Peach recipes,

Ham and peach kebabs

Total Reviews:
Cookinero Cookinero
Creme brulee from the liver from Dmitry Shurshakov
Liver, Chicken liver, Recipes from the chef,

Creme brulee from the liver from Dmitry Shurshakov

Total Reviews:
Cookinero Cookinero
Wafer rolls
Waffles, Waffle rolls,

Wafer rolls

Total Reviews:

Wafer rolls are baked very quickly, they can be filled with your favorite cream, but they are good with tea and without filling.

Cookinero Cookinero
Honey mushroom soup
Soups with frozen forest mushrooms, Soups with forest mushrooms, Collection of recipes, Healthy eating, Season again,

Honey mushroom soup

Total Reviews:

Frozen honey mushrooms allow you to enjoy the taste and aroma of mushroom soup even in winter. There are many recipes with honey mushrooms and other frozen or dried mushrooms in traditional Russian cuisine. But soup with honey mushrooms, frozen whole

Cookinero Cookinero
Categories Menu Recipes
Top