Healthy Recipe: Basil Cream Cheese Bruschetta Recipe

This is a very colorful treat for children and adults alike! Who would not grab a bite of this rainbow-colored appetizer?

This is a recipe that is very easy and fast to prepare. You can have an appetizer or snack in just 20 minutes.  The tomato, olives and basil are really healthy.

This recipe is not an ordinary bruschetta because reduced-fat cream cheese is used instead of the olive oil. A very colorful, delicious and creamy appetizer for you and everybody!

Ingredients

• 12 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
• 1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
• 1 tablespoon chopped ripe olives
• 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Directions

• Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion and olives; set aside.
• Combine cream cheese and basil; spread over the untoasted side of bread. Broil 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown. Top with tomato mixture. Serve warm. 

This is a Taste of Home Recipe.