Sun Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavorful Sun Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini recipe! Featuring golden, oven-toasted slices of French baguette topped with a savory blend of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and minced garlic, this dish is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness. A drizzle of balsamic glaze and a hint of olive oil bring a tangy, rich depth to every bite, while the crispy base adds the perfect crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy yet elegant appetizer is ideal for dinner parties, casual gatherings, or as a gourmet snack. Serve these irresistible crostini fresh from the oven and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French baguette
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (in oil)
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the French baguette diagonally into approximately 1/2-inch thick slices to create about 16 pieces.

Step 3

Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 4

Bake the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 5

While the bread is toasting, prepare the topping. Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and basil leaves, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Spoon the sun-dried tomato and basil mixture onto the toasted baguette slices, distributing it evenly across the crostini.

Step 8

Optional: Garnish each crostini with a small basil leaf or a drizzle of additional balsamic glaze for presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Sun Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini as a flavorful appetizer or snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(278.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1278.2

Total Fat 101.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3280.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.2g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196.4mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 3762.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.7%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 24.9%