Vegan Crostino Dorato
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Vegan Crostino Dorato recipe, a delightful plant-based twist on the classic golden crostini. Featuring crispy oven-toasted baguette slices brushed with fragrant olive oil and infused with fresh garlic, this recipe is topped with a vibrant medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a perfectly balanced balsamic glaze drizzle. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying as a flavorful snack. Packed with fresh, Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, the Vegan Crostino Dorato is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. Try this versatile recipe for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light meal paired with your favorite salad!
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices to get about 12 pieces.
Step 3
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet.
Step 4
Brush each slice with olive oil on both sides using a pastry brush.
Step 5
Peel the garlic cloves and cut them in half. Rub the cut side of the garlic over each slice of the bread.
Step 6
Place the baking sheet in the oven and toast the bread for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
Step 7
While the bread is toasting, wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Step 8
Chop the basil leaves coarsely.
Step 9
In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix gently to combine.
Step 10
Top each toasted baguette slice with a spoonful of the tomato-basil mixture.
Step 11
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the assembled crostini just before serving.
Step 12
Serve immediately as a fresh appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (626.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1517.2 |
| Total Fat 64.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3151.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 199.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.4g | |
| Protein 37.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 229.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1024.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories