Irish bruschetta

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PRESENTATION

Looking to spice up your snack game? Try bruschetta irlandese, an Irish twist on a classic favorite. It's really, really tasty. This fun finger food uses thick slices of dark multigrain bread—super hearty stuff—creating a nice base for smooth, fresh butter. And you know what? The bread's crispy goodness holds up perfectly to the flavorful toppings.

The thing is, what really makes this dish pop is the mix of flavors. Tender slices of smoked salmon offer a smoky taste, while fresh capers and peppery rocket (arugula) add a punchy, almost tangy bite. Seriously good. It's a kind of antipasto irlandese that's not only quick and easy to prepare but feels special—perfect for a last-minute get-together or a casual aperitivo with friends.

Instead of spending ages in the kitchen, this ricetta bruschetta irlandese is pretty simple for anyone who wants something fresh and satisfying in a flash. The smart mix of flavors—the delicate salmon and creamy butter balance the sharper rocket and capers—creates a dish that's not too overpowering but definitely not boring. For real.

Some people like to add a squeeze of fresh lemon for a touch of zesty flavor, but it's optional. This dish works great as a quick antipasto freddo before dinner. Or as part of a bigger spread for a casual night in—so so good.

It uses elements of cucina irlandese while keeping things light and simple, fitting right in with other easy recipes and snacks you love. The best part? You can whip up a bunch in just a few minutes, and they always disappear fast. Which is great. That's why it's a popular choice for anyone needing an easy but really tasty idea for an aperitivo or party snack.

So next time you want something different, give bruschetta irlandese a try and enjoy a taste of Ireland in every bite. Can't go wrong.

INGREDIENTS
Ingredients for 12 bruschettas
Smoked Salmon 12.7 oz (360 g)
Arugula 2 cups (50 g)
Salted capers 1.8 oz (50 g) - desalted
Coarse salt to taste
Lemons 1
Black bread with grains 0.9 lb (400 g)
Butter 4 tbsp (60 g)
Preparation

How to prepare Irish bruschetta

To prepare the Irish bruschettas, take the loaf of multigrain brown bread and slice it about 0.4 inches thick; place them on the cutting board, cut them in half 1, and spread a layer of butter (about 1 tsp) on them using a knife 2. Repeat this step for all the bread slices 3.

Next, take the salmon and cut it into slices: each slice should weigh around 1 oz and be the same size as the bread slice 4. Then, place each salmon slice on the bread 5 and add a few arugula leaves (about 1 tbsp per slice) on each bruschetta 6.

On each slice, add a teaspoon of capers (about 1 tsp) 7, finally season with a pinch of coarse salt 8 and a squeeze of lemon 9. There you go, your Irish bruschettas are ready to be enjoyed!

Storage

The Irish bruschettas can be stored for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Advice

If you can't find multigrain brown bread, you can prepare the Irish bruschettas with whole wheat bread.
To prepare the bruschetta, we recommend using, if you can find it, Irish smoked salmon: the flavor will be greatly enhanced, and it will feel like you are truly in Ireland!

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