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Strawberry Balsamic Crostini

A delightful appetizer featuring fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction on crispy crostini.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Crostini
  • 1 loaf French baguette sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing
Topping
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 4 ounces goat cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Crostini
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the French baguette into 1/2 inch slices.
  3. Place the slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Prepare the Topping
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, goat cheese, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix gently until well combined.
Assemble the Crostini
  1. Spread a generous amount of the strawberry mixture onto each crostini.
  2. Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

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