BLT Bruschetta with Goat Cheese Mayo
A scrumptious twist on the classic BLT, this bruschetta features crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and fresh lettuce on a crunchy baguette base with rich goat cheese mayo.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
Goat Cheese Mayo
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Goat cheese, softened
Bruschetta Toppings
- 3 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup Lettuce, finely chopped
- 8 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup Olive oil
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into ¾-inch slices
- 1 clove Garlic, halved
Salt and Pepper
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and softened goat cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, either in a skillet or in the oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes. Crumble the cooked bacon.
- Dice the roma tomatoes and finely chop the lettuce, removing seeds if necessary.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Brush the French bread slices with olive oil and toast for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Rub the halved garlic clove over the warm toasted bread for added flavor.
- Spread a layer of goat cheese mayo on each slice of toasted bread. Top with lettuce, crumbled bacon, and diced tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately on a platter and enjoy!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Toast the bread just before serving to maintain its crunch.