Tomato, Avocado & Goat Cheese Bruschetta on Focaccia

With onion, garlic, and a zesty squeeze of lime – real food, real flavour, real intention.

In my years behind the line and now in coaching others toward healthier, more mindful lives, I’ve learned this: great food doesn’t have to be complicated — it just has to be honest.

This dish is a perfect example. We start with golden, toasted focaccia, then pile it high with ripe avocado, sweet heirloom tomatoes, and bright basil. But here’s the twist: the aroma of garlic, the bite of red onion, and a squeeze of lime juice elevate the whole experience. Finished with creamy goat cheese, this bruschetta becomes more than a snack — it’s a small, powerful act of self-care.

Chef’s Notes & Coaching Insight

• Garlic matters: A single small clove, raw and finely minced, goes a long way. It brings depth and a hit of immune-supportive compounds like allicin.
• Onion’s role: Red onion adds crunch, sharpness, and a bit of bite. You can mellow it out by soaking it in cold water for 5 minutes before mixing — but I like the boldness.
• Lime over lemon: Lime adds brightness and zing, especially alongside the creamy goat cheese and the richness of the avocado. It’s a flavour profile that wakes you up.
• Mindful Fuel: Healthy fats, fibre, and antioxidants — this bruschetta is built for energy, digestion, and cellular health. It’s also a moment to slow down, taste deeply, and reconnect with what your body truly needs.

Final Thought

There’s a quiet power in crafting something beautiful from a handful of real, whole ingredients. Just like personal growth, it’s about combining what’s already within you — then elevating it with clarity and purpose.

In both the kitchen and in life, don’t just go through the motions. Taste. Adjust. Create. And enjoy every bite along the way.

Tomato, Avocado, Goat Cheese Bruschetta on Focaccia

An elevated classic for those who appreciate bold flavour, balance, and the power of intentional living

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Prep Time 12 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 17 minutes mins

Servings: 4 people

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 ripe avocado diced
• 1 cup heirloom tomatoes
• ¼ cup onion finely diced
• 1 small garlic clove minced
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
• Juice of ½ fresh lime about 1 Tbsp
• 4 slices focaccia bread about 1-inch thick
• ½ cup goat cheese crumbled
• Fresh basil leaves torn or chiffonade, for garnish

Method

 

1. Toast the Focaccia:
2. Using top broiler of oven set at 485°F. Just until browning starts (Keep an eye on this or it can burn really quickly).
3. Build the Topping:
4. In a medium bowl, combine the avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic. Drizzle in olive oil and squeeze in fresh lime juice. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Gently fold the mixture — keep the avocado chunky.
5. Assemble:
6. Spoon the tomato-avocado mix generously over each slice of toasted focaccia. Top with crumbled goat cheese and a scatter of fresh basil.
7. Serve Immediately:
8. This bruschetta shines brightest when served fresh — while the focaccia is warm and the ingredients still bright and vibrant.