Tomato bruschetta with lager beer gazpacho

Crispy bruschetta with fresh tomatoes paired with a light and refreshing gazpacho made with Lager beer. Two summer classics in one dish, ready in 15 minutes.

Ingredients (for 4 people)

For the bruschetta

• 8 slices of country bread
• 4 ripe tomatoes
• 1 clove of garlic
• Fresh basil to taste
• 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Lager gazpacho

• 500 g of ripe tomatoes
• 200 ml of cold Lager beer
• 1 red bell pepper
• ½ cucumber
• 1 clove of garlic
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Gazpacho – Blend together tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, garlic, oil, and vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Beer – Add the cold Lager beer to the gazpacho and stir gently. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
3. Bread – Grill the bread slices on a griddle or in the oven until golden. Rub each slice with the halved garlic clove.
4. Topping – Dice the tomatoes and season with oil, salt, pepper, and torn basil leaves.
5. Assembly – Place the tomato topping on the bruschetta. Serve alongside a small bowl of well-chilled Lager gazpacho.
6. Finishing touch – Drizzle with a little oil and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Pair with an ice-cold Maltese Lager!

Recommended beer

🍺 Lager – Its lightness and fresh, clean notes lighten the gazpacho without overpowering the tomato flavor. Serve it well chilled!

Preparation time: 15 min + 30 min resting | Cooking: 5 min | Difficulty: Very easy