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Grapefruit Avocado Bruschetta
Servings: 3
1 cup Florida Grapefruit sections
1 baguette, sliced on bias
2-3 whole garlic cloves, peeled and halved
3-4 ripe Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 large avocado, chopped
1/2 small red onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
Florida Grapefruit segments, for garnish (optional)
cilantro sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Preheat oven to 350 F. Chop grapefruit.
Place baguette slices on baking sheet and toast 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
Rub toasted sides of bread with cut sides of garlic cloves; reserve.
In medium bowl, combine tomatoes, grapefruit, avocado, red onion, cilantro and olive oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss gently to combine.
Spoon grapefruit mixture over prepared bruschetta.
Garnish with fresh grapefruit segments and cilantro, if desired.
Source: Florida Department of Citrus
