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Grilled Caprese bruschetta

July 26, 2016 by Alida Ryder 19 Comments

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Grilled Caprese bruschetta is the perfect snack or starter to prepare on the braai and will impress the socks off of your guests. GooeyĀ mozzarella, punchy basil pesto and charred vine tomatoes on crusty bread? Yes please!

Grilled Caprese bruschetta

It’s so ironic that I’m writing this post today because it is probably the dreariest of days, like ever. It’s dark, overcast and freezing cold. At least the thought of this recipeĀ and the punchy summery flavours it delivers warms me up a little. Because listen, there are few things as absolutely mouth-wateringly delicious as this bruschetta served as a starter or casual snack to hungry guests. I mean, would you just look at that gooey cheese? *Swoon*

Grilled Caprese bruschetta

I’m always looking for easy starters/snacks to serve when we have people over for a braai (or BBQ, for you non-South Africans) that doesn’t require a lot of prep or time in the kitchen and can be made on the braai while the coals are still too hot for the meat. Enter: Bruschetta. Bruschetta is perfect for those hot coals because you want fast, intense heat to grill the bread and get the edges nice and crispy while the tomatoes hang out on the side getting soft and a little charred. Ugh, I’m drooling just thinking about it. As usual, we used our trusty WeberĀ 57cm Mastertouch with GBS (Gourmet BBQ System) braai when we were making lunch over the weekend and these beauties were whipped up in seconds. When the bread was all toasty, I dragged them to the side of the braai to stay warm while I topped them with buffalo mozzarella which didn’t take long to melt in the heat after which I added the charred tomatoes and a good drizzle of basil pesto. YOU GUYS. Need I say more?

Grilled Caprese bruschetta

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Grilled Caprese bruschetta

This post was sponsored by Weber SA. All opinions, words and images are my own.Ā 

Grilled Caprese bruschetta

Grilled Caprese bruschetta

Grilled Caprese bruschetta is the perfect snack or starter to prepare on the braai and will impress the socks off of your guests. Gooey mozzarella, punchy basil pesto and charred vine tomatoes on crusty bread? Yes please!
5 from 7 votes
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Course: BBQ, Braai, Bruschetta, Grill
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 4-6 slices ciabatta bread
  • 200 g buffalo mozzarella fior di latte will also work
  • vine tomatoes
  • olive oil
  • salt & pepper
  • basil pesto

Instructions

  • Drizzle the slices of ciabatta and tomatoes with olive oil and season with salt & pepper then place on the grill over hot coals. Grill until the bread is toasted on both sides and the tomatoes have started to blister. Keep an eye on the bread as it will burn quickly.
  • Pull the bread and tomatoes away from the heat then top the toasted bread with slices of mozzarella and allow to melt a little.
  • Remove from the braai then top with the tomatoes and drizzle with basil pesto.
  • Serve immediately.

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Grilled banana splitsĀ 

Grilled banana split sundae

Mexican street cornĀ 

Mexican street corn

Bourbon-basted cheeseburgers

Bourbon-basted cheeseburger

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  1. Samantha Pillay

    July 29, 2016 at 8:35 AM

    Succulent yoghurt marinated chicken kebabs and Braaied garlic bread. I am drooling right now. Have shared on Twitter as samiolawrites šŸ™‚

    Reply
  2. Samantha pillay

    July 29, 2016 at 8:33 AM

    Love chicken kebabs and roasted garlic bread. Drooling right now! Have shared on Twitter as samiolawrites šŸ™‚

    Reply
  3. Megan Hartwig

    July 28, 2016 at 9:50 AM

    The braaibroodjie (braaied toasted sandwich) is arguably the highlight of our braaing experience. In fact, I reckon many South Africans braai meat simply as an excuse to also have braaibroodjies.

    Reply
  4. ashley padayachee

    July 28, 2016 at 8:42 AM

    My favourite on a braai is grilled chicken wings šŸ™‚

    Reply
  5. Judy Padayachee

    July 28, 2016 at 8:24 AM

    My favourite is braai chops yummy.

    Reply
  6. Renuka Lallbahadur

    July 28, 2016 at 7:26 AM

    Alida your photography skills are amazing. I would have to choose spicy chicken wings. They are quick to braai and they taste delish. An overnight marinade is all you need. Best of all, no plates needed. Eat straight off the braai. Shared on twitter @lallbahadur

    Reply
  7. Morgan Collins

    July 28, 2016 at 7:03 AM

    Cheese and onion braai broodjies are my go to but wow that bruschetta looks amazing! Can’t wait to give it a try šŸ™‚

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  8. Chante August

    July 28, 2016 at 12:47 AM

    OMW ? I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH DIVINE FOOD ON A BLOG OR PAGE, YOUR MARVELOUS CREATIONS LOOKS MOUTH WATERING !!! Well done on the success of your page and blog, it’s really eye catching and taste buds twirling hehe, well I just loveeeeeeeeee Braai and so does my family, I mean who in SA don’t love Braai hey it’s a tradition šŸ™‚ to be honest I would mind trying those delicious Grilled Caprese bruschetta it looks to die for, with my favourite lamb chop marinated and grilled to perfection, wow would make for a glorious Braai meal šŸ˜€ #SimplyDelisciousSA you go girl, keep on making those divine foods šŸ™‚

    Reply
  9. Michael A

    July 27, 2016 at 8:29 PM

    Rosemary and Garlic head of Fillet marinaded in red wine.

    Reply
  10. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    July 26, 2016 at 11:43 PM

    This is one of my favorites Alida! And your photos are leaving me drooling, as usual! So many gorgeous tomatoes at the market right now too, so I know what I’ll be making!

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    • Alida Ryder

      July 27, 2016 at 8:32 AM

      Thanks Mary Ann! It’s such a classic!

      Reply
  11. Sarah

    July 26, 2016 at 5:53 PM

    Oh wow, this looks just delicious! Love the idea of popping everything on the grill.

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    • Alida Ryder

      July 27, 2016 at 8:32 AM

      Thanks so much Sarah! It’s so handy to do everything on the grill, makes life so much easier. šŸ˜‰

      Reply
  12. Roxanne Chutthergoon

    July 26, 2016 at 4:30 PM

    Tweeted @Roxi_23
    I love corn on the braai

    Reply
  13. Tania

    July 26, 2016 at 3:37 PM

    I just love a lamb loin chop on the braai – my all time favourite

    Reply
  14. Tania

    July 26, 2016 at 3:20 PM

    Steak is my old time favourite!

    Reply
  15. Emma Walters

    July 26, 2016 at 3:20 PM

    I absolutely love a creamy Garlic butter & cheese braai roll!!t’s perfect as a side with either meat or fish and so easy to make!Cut the loaf into slices,spread the garlic butter between the slices and top it off with cheese.Wrap it in foil and pop it onto the braai grill for just a few minutes and enjoy!!

    Crossing fingers for that Weber…I owe hubby a new one after bumping his previous one,leaving as massive dent in it šŸ™

    Reply
  16. marufah

    July 26, 2016 at 3:10 PM

    my favourite on a braai is defnitely tandoori spiced lamb chops

    Reply
  17. Beverley Ann Swanepoel

    July 26, 2016 at 1:07 PM

    Looks so divi e I have to try it ?

    Reply

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