Crispy Serrano Caprese Bruschetta
with Caramelised Red Onion and Rocket Salad
- Cereals containing gluten
- Sulphites
- Milk
Looking for a quick and tasty midweek dinner option? Try cooking up our Crispy Serrano Caprese Bruschetta in just 20 minutes for a delicious and speedy meal.
Ingredients
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
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Sept 2026- Flavour: The combination of caramelised red onion, crispy Serrano ham, mozzarella, and garlic ciabatta is widely enjoyed; the balsamic dressing ties everything together well.
- Ease of prep: The recipe is straightforward but takes longer than the stated 20 minutes for most people, particularly when caramelising the onions and crisping the ham.
- Suggestions: Fry the Serrano ham briefly and watch it closely, as it can go from crisp to bitter very quickly. Consider ordering the extra Serrano ham option, as one slice per person feels sparse once it shrinks during cooking.
- Portions: The dish works well as a light meal or lunch; those wanting a more substantial dinner found adding new potatoes or a small side helped round it out.
- Cooking tips: Keep the diced vegetables fairly small so the toppings sit neatly on the ciabatta and are easier to eat. Caramelise the onions on a medium rather than medium-high heat to avoid burning them.
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