Herbed Seafood Bruschetta Recipes

SEAFOOD BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Preheat broiler or outdoor grill.
• In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, garlic and seafood. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are completely pink and the calamari and scallops are opaque, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature.
• In a medium bowl combine diced tomatoes, onion, avocado, and basil. Season with salt and pepper, and stir with a wooden spoon to combine all the ingredients. Add cooled seafood and a splash of olive oil, stirring to incorporate.
• Toast the bread under the broiler or on the grill. Top each piece with a large mound of the seafood and tomato salad.

HERBED RICOTTA BRUSCHETTAS

Steps:

• Prepare a charcoal grill with hot coals or turn a gas grill to medium-high heat.
• Combine the ricotta, scallions, dill, chives, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and set aside. Cut the bread in half and cut each half into 6 thick slices to make 12 slices total.
• When the grill is hot, brush the bread with olive oil and grill on each side for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from the grill and rub each slice of bread with the cut side of the garlic clove. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and spread with the herbed ricotta. Serve 2 warm slices per person with the green salad on the side.
• Set a large sieve over a deep bowl. Dampen 2 layers of cheesecloth with water and line the sieve with the cheesecloth.
• Pour the milk and cream into a stainless-steel or enameled pot such as Le Creuset. Stir in the salt. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and stir in the vinegar. Allow the mixture to stand for 1 minute until it curdles. It will separate into thick parts (the curds) and milky parts (the whey).
• Pour the mixture into the cheesecloth-lined sieve and allow it to drain into the bowl at room temperature for 20 to 25 minutes, occasionally discarding the liquid that collects in the bowl. The longer you let the mixture drain, the thicker the ricotta. (I tend to like mine on the thicker side, but some prefer it moister.) Transfer the ricotta to a bowl, discarding the cheesecloth and any remaining whey. Use immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. The ricotta will keep refrigerated for 4 to 5 days.
• Place the salad greens in a large bowl.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour enough dressing on the salad to moisten. Toss and serve.

HERBED SEAFOOD BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, chives, basil, mint, and garlic.
• Add in the crabmeat, shrimp, tomatoes, onion, and salt; toss to coat.
• Cut the french bread into 48 thin slices.
• Brush one side of each bread slice with a portion of the 2 tablespoons olive oil; sprinkle lightly with pepper.
• Place bread slices, brushed side up, on a large baking sheet.
• Broil 3-4 inches from heat for 2-4 minutes or until toasted, turning once.
• Arrange bread, oiled side up on a serving platter.
• Spoon the seafood mixture on top.
• May garnish with additional chives.
• Serve immediately.

CLASSIC ITALIAN BRUSCHETTA WITH FRESH HERBS

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes and 1/2 cup fresh basil in a colander, sprinkle with salt and toss to coat; let drain 1 hour.
• Preheat oven to 375°F
• In a large bowl combine the drained tomato/basil mixture with the minced garlic, 1/4 cup olive oil, remaining 1/4 fresh basil, oregano and thyme.
• Let stand at room temperature 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
• During this time brush French bread slices lightly with the remaining olive oil.
• Toast "lightly" in the oven (just a few minutes).
• Pull out and place a small amount of tomato mixture on top of the lightly toasted French bread slices.
• Top each piece with a small amount of Mozzarella.
• Toast in the oven until cheese has melted and its golden brown.
• Serve and enjoy.

SHRIMP AND GARLIC BRUCHETTA

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°. In a 13x9-in. baking dish, combine tomatoes, 4 tablespoons oil, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes. Stir in shrimp, cheese, lemon juice, basil and parsley. Bake, uncovered, 10-12 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink., Meanwhile, brush baguette slices with remaining oil. Place bread on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Rub toast with cut surface of garlic; discard garlic. Using a slotted spoon, top with shrimp mixture. If desired, serve with lemon wedges and top with additional fresh basil.

SPICY SHRIMP AND CRAB BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Bring clam juice to boil in medium saucepan. Add shrimp; reduce heat to medium, cover and cook just until shrimp are opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to cutting board; cool. Coarsely chop shrimp.
• Mix sliced green onions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, paprika, and cayenne in medium bowl. Mix in shrimp and crabmeat. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
• Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush both sides of baguette slices lightly with oil; arrange in single layer on baking sheet. Bake until bread is golden, about 10 minutes. Cool. Mound shrimp mixture atop bread. Place on platter and serve.