Air Fryer Mediterranean Bruschetta
This Air Fryer Mediterranean Bruschetta features crispy, garlicky baguette slices topped with a vibrant mix of juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, tangy feta, and fresh herbs, all finished with a sweet balsamic glaze for the perfect appetizer.
Equipment
- Air fryer - 5-6 quart capacity recommended
- Pastry brush - or spoon for oil
- Serving platter
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 1 French baguette - cut into ½-inch (1.25 cm) slices
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil - 45 ml
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt - 1.25 ml
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper - 1.25 ml
For the Mediterranean Topping
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes - 300g, quartered
- ½ cup Kalamata olives - 75g, pitted and chopped
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes - 50g, in oil, drained and chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese - 150g, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves - 10g, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano - 5g, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar - 30 ml
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil - 15 ml
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice - 5 ml
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes - 2.5 ml, optional
- salt and black pepper - to taste
For Garnish
- balsamic glaze - for drizzling
- fresh basil leaves - for garnish
- feta cheese - additional crumbled, for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the baguette into ½-inch (1.25 cm) thick slices using a serrated knife.
- Combine minced garlic with 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Brush one side of each bread slice generously with the garlic oil mixture using a pastry brush.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange bread slices in a single layer, oil-side up, and air fry for 6-8 minutes until golden and crispy.
- In a large bowl, combine quartered cherry tomatoes, chopped Kalamata olives, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta, fresh basil, and fresh oregano.
- Add balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes (optional), and salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently to combine.
- Spoon the Mediterranean topping generously onto each crispy bread slice.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra crumbled feta, if desired.
- Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately while the bread is still crispy.
Notes
- Choose a crusty French baguette for the best results; avoid soft sandwich bread which gets soggy.
- Drain your tomatoes, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes thoroughly to prevent a soggy topping.
- Let the topping marinate for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Do not assemble the bruschetta more than 15-20 minutes before serving to maintain crispiness.
- Store leftover bread slices and topping separately in the refrigerator; the topping will keep for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftover bread in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes to restore crispiness.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese and use cashew cheese or nutritional yeast instead.
- Try adding chopped roasted red peppers or marinated artichoke hearts to the topping for extra Mediterranean flair.
- For a spicy kick, double the red pepper flakes or add diced jalapeños to the topping mixture.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor; dried herbs will not give you the same bright, fresh taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 285mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg
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