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Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, and Avocado Crostini

Recipe by Jenn Giam Smith

  • Total Time35 minutes
  • Yield24 crostini 1x
  • DietVegetarian

The Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella, and Avocado Crostini encompasses all the great things that scream summer! Bread, cheese, avocado, tomatoes & garlic. Enjoy!

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Ingredients

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For the Tomato Topping

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

5 oz cherry tomatoes, sliced into thirds

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, coarsely chopped (flat-leaf or curly)

1 teaspoon fresh oregano, coarsely chopped

1 tablespoon fresh basil, thinly sliced (divide in half—half for the tomato mixture, half for garnish)

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Crostini:

1 baguette, sliced diagonally

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 large garlic clove peeled (you may need more depending on size)

1 avocado (mashed)

the tomato topping (see above)

8 oz fresh mozzarella, thin-sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the tomato topping – In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir in the cherry tomatoes, parsley, oregano, and half of the basil. Set aside to marinate for 5–10 minutes.

  2. Toast the bread – Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat (or preheat your grill to 375°F). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil. Toast for 3–5 minutes per side until golden and crisp.

  3. Add garlic – While the bread is still hot and both sides toasted, rub one side of the bread with the garlic clove. The garlic clove will melt into the bread, creating a nice garlic bread.

  4. Assemble – Spread avocado on each slice, top with a spoonful of the tomato mixture, and add a slice of fresh mozzarella.

  5. Optional melt – For a pizza-like crostini, place assembled slices under the broiler (or back on the grill-keep the crostini on a pan to avoid messes) on low for 1–2 minutes, until the cheese is just melted.

  6. Finish & serve – Drizzle with any remaining dressing from the tomato mixture and sprinkle with the reserved basil. Serve immediately.

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Notes

  • Make ahead – The tomato topping can be prepped up to 30 minutes in advance.

  • Grill option – Grill bread instead of using a skillet for smoky flavor.

  • Serving size – A serving size is 1 crostini. Makes up to 24 crostini, depending on baguette size and the thickness cut for each crostini. Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Crostini

Find it online: https://www.jenn-smith.com/tomato-basil-mozzarella-and-avocado-crostini/