Carnival Crostini
Carnival Crostini is a classic Venetian dish that brings together the flavors of the Mediterranean in a delightful appetizer. This recipe is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a taste of Italy at home.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the stovetop grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
- Brush the baguette slices with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly charred.
- In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Top each grilled baguette slice with the tomato and mozzarella mixture.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Grill or grill pan Knife Cutting board Bowl
Tools
Grill tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the Carnival Crostini as an appetizer before a traditional Italian meal, or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread.
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle the assembled crostini with balsamic glaze before serving.
Cost
$10