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Crispy Serrano Caprese Bruschetta

Crispy Serrano Caprese Bruschetta

with Caramelised Red Onion and Rocket Salad
4.5(6.6K)Review Summary
Emma Blanchet
Emma BlanchetUpdated on August 12, 2025
Calories
587 kcal
Protein
24.2g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Sulphites
  • Milk
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

2

Ciabatta

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

2

Garlic Clove

2

Medium Tomato

1

Red Onion

1

Avocado

2

Serrano Ham

12

Balsamic Vinegar

(Contains: Sulphites)

40

Wild Rocket

1

Mozzarella

(Contains: Milk)

Not included in your delivery

1

Sugar

1

Water

1

Olive Oil for the Dressing

Energy (kJ)2457 kJ
Energy (kcal)587 kcal
Fat30.8 g
of which saturates9.9 g
Carbohydrate55.8 g
of which sugars13.2 g
Protein24.2 g
Salt2.2 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Baking Tray
Garlic Press
Pan
Paper Towel
Bowl

Instructions

Prep the Ciabatta
1

a) Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.

b) Halve the ciabatta and lay them, cut-side up, onto a baking tray.

c) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

d) Spread the garlic over the cut sides of the ciabatta. Drizzle over a little olive oil and set aside.

Bring on the Veg
2

a) Cut the tomatoes into 1cm chunks. 

b) Halve, peel and thinly slice the red onion.

c) Halve the avocado and remove the stone. Use a tablespoon to scoop the flesh out onto a board, then chop into 2cm chunks. 

Sizzle the Serrano
3

a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.

b) When hot, lay the Serrano ham in the pan and fry until crisp, 2-3 mins each side.

c) Once crispy, transfer to a plate covered in kitchen paper. Set aside.

Caramelised Onion Time
4

a) Pop the pan back onto medium-high heat with a drizzle more oil if needed.

b) Once hot, add the onion and stir-fry until softened, 6-8 mins. 

c) Add the sugar, water (see pantry for both amounts) and half the balsamic vinegar, then lower the heat and simmer until caramelised, stirring occasionally, 2-3 mins, then remove from the heat.

Make your Salad
5

a) Meanwhile, bake the ciabatta on the top shelf of your oven until golden, 4-5 mins.

b) While the ciabatta bakes, add the olive oil for the dressing (see pantry for amount) and remaining balsamic to a large bowl.

c) Season with salt and pepper, then mix together well.

d) Just before serving, add the tomatoes, avocado and rocket to the dressing. Toss to coat.

Finish and Serve
6

a) When everything's ready, share the toasted ciabatta between your plates. 

b) Spoon over the caramelised onions and top with a handful of salad.

c) Drain the mozzarella, then tear it into small pieces and place on top.

d) Snap the Serrano ham into shards and scatter over the bruschetta. Serve any remaining salad alongside.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Customers loved the combination of flavours, describing it as a "taste explosion" with fresh, delicious ingredients.
  • Ease of prep: Many found it quick and easy to prepare, though some noted it took longer than the suggested 20 minutes.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding more Serrano ham; some found one slice per person insufficient. Try melting the mozzarella on the bread.
  • Portions: Several reviewers felt this was more suitable as a light lunch or starter rather than a filling dinner.
  • Freshness: Some customers reported issues with ingredient freshness, particularly avocados being unripe or bread going mouldy quickly.
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