Avocado Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction

This vegan avocado bruschetta with balsamic reduction is a delicious appetizer or snack that combines creamy avocado, juicy grape tomatoes, and tangy balsamic reduction on crispy bread slices. It's easy to make and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 cup juicy grape tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 4 slices of crusty bread
• 1 clove garlic, halved
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375F 190C

In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and maple syrup

Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens into a syrupy consistency

Remove from heat and set aside to cool

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl

Mash it with a fork until smooth

Add diced grape tomatoes to the mashed avocado and mix well

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Toast the slices of bread until golden brown

Rub each slice with the cut side of the garlic clove for extra flavor

Spread the avocado and tomato mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices

Drizzle balsamic reduction over the avocado bruschetta

Garnish with fresh basil leaves

Serve immediately and enjoy!