Blueberry and Tomato Bruschetta

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2017 Kids Recipe Challenge Winning Recipe: 1st Place! [Snacks]

The added blueberries to this bruschetta mix make it extra special, colourful and appealing to children. Kids can make the recipe on their own to enjoy with friends.

Seven year old Logan from Markham aspires to be a chef when he grows up. He loves being creative, cooking in the kitchen, and eating healthy foods! This is a unique combination of some of his healthy favourites.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: n/a

Makes: 24 slices

Tips:

Put leftover blueberry and tomato mixture away within 2 hours or sooner if it is in a warm location.

Ingredients
Cherry tomatoes	2 pints (255 g each)
Fresh basil leaves	8 leaves
Fresh blueberries	1 cup (250 mL)
Extra virgin olive oil	3 Tbsp (45 mL)
Aged balsamic vinegar	1 Tbsp (15 mL)
Salt	1/4 tsp (1 mL)
Feta cheese, crumbled	1/2 cup (125 mL)
Baguette, sliced	1

Directions

Wash hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Clean all countertops and equipment used for food preparation.       
Gently rinse tomatoes, basil and blueberries under cool running water. Quarter tomatoes and chop basil, then place into a large bowl. Add blueberries and stir.
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar and salt. Pour over tomato mixture and add feta. Stir gently to combine. Spoon mixture onto baguette slices to serve.