This Fingerling Potato Bruschetta is a fun twist on the traditional version! The combination of roasted fingerling potatoes and a flavorful bruschetta tomato topping is to die for. A great and fun way to serve appetizers!
These easy fingerling potato bruschettas were a huge hit! They were gone within minutes at my house. Instead of bread, I use roasted fingerling potato halves, which add another layer of flavor with every bite. The potatoes are beautifully roasted with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and olive oil. And the tomatoes…ohhh yum the tomatoes…tossed with garlic, basil, seasonings, and drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Now imagine those two things in one bite. Yup, amazing right?
I love bruschetta. It’s one of my favorite appetizers ever, and lately I’ve had an obsession with roasted potatoes. So, obviously, I had to make a fingerling potato bruschetta. And, guys, it was SO GOOD! I was licking my fingers. I was in heaven.
Plus, it’s really easy to make! All you have to do is roast some potatoes, halved, until golden brown and tender, and then top them with the prepared diced tomatoes.
How to Roast Fingerling Potatoes
For this recipe, half the potatoes lengthwise and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. That’s my favorite seasoning combo for potatoes btw! Then line them, cut side down, on a preheated greased sheet pan. It’s important that you don’t overcrowd the pan, otherwise they will steam and not roast.
Then roast at 425 degrees F for 25-30 minutes, flipping once the cut side down has browned beautifully, after about 15-20 minutes into the cooking time. Tip: to flatten the bottom of each roasted potato, cut off a little bit and create a flat surface.
It’s that easy!
The Bruschetta Tomato Topping
Just the classic! Diced tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, basil, and balsamic vinegar. Simple and delicious!
If I could give one tip, it would be to add less salt than usual to the tomato topping. The roasted fingerling potatoes will be salty enough and you want the tomatoes to balance out the flavors and add freshness to every bite.
I am so excited to make a large tray of fingerling potato bruschetta for my guests next time! I think this is a really fun idea! And they are so pretty too!
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Kitchen Tips
- To attain the golden brown and crispy texture on the potatoes, preheat the baking sheet in the oven at 425 degrees F. This will give them a head start.
- Place the potatoes cut side down, and do not overcrowd, otherwise the potatoes will steam. Roast, undisturbed for 15 minutes, and then start checking on them by lifting of them. If they are beautifully browned and golden, flip them and continue roasting.
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Fingerling Potato Bruschetta
Ingredients
- 1 pound fingerling potatoes, cut in half lengthwise
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt - or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper - or to taste
- Olive oil
Tomato Bruschetta Topping
- 6 to 8 roma tomatoes
- ⅓ cup basil leaves, thinly sliced - loosely packed
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil - or to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar - or to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Toss halved potatoes with salt, pepper, and some olive oil. Arrange on a large baking sheet pan, flat side down. Do not overcrowd the pan, use two sheet pans if needed. Tip: Cut a small flat surface on the on the potatoes so they can stand on their own when serving.
- Roast for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, tossing halfway through or when the flat sides are golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, prepare the topping: In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic. Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar and olive oil and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top the roasted potatoes with the prepared tomato topping evenly. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Darah allan says
These are amazing super quick and easy prep and the potatoes crisped up beautifully no more bread bruschetta for us on the couch watching the game…These rounds are perfect as a single bite!