Simple Tomato Avocado Crostini
Elevate your appetizer game with this simple yet irresistible Tomato Avocado Crostini recipe! Featuring toasted baguette slices brushed with olive oil and layered with creamy mashed avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil, this dish is bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh textures. A hint of lemon juice and a sprinkle of salt and pepper bring balance and brightness to every bite, making it the perfect starter for gatherings or light snacks. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe combines the best of classic Italian crostini with a modern twist, and its healthy ingredients ensure keto-friendly and gluten-free options for your guests. Serve this crowd-pleasing appetizer today and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium avocado
- 6 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 12 thin slices (about 1/2 inch thick each).
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Toast the baguette slices in the oven for 5 minutes or until they are golden and crispy. Set aside to cool slightly.
While the bread is toasting, finely mince the garlic and chop the cherry tomatoes into small pieces.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper into the mashed avocado. Mix well to combine.
Assemble the crostini by spreading a layer of the mashed avocado on each toasted baguette slice.
Top the avocado layer with a spoonful of chopped cherry tomatoes.
Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces and place 1 or 2 pieces on top of each crostini.
Finish each crostini with a very light drizzle of the remaining olive oil.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, vibrant appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3151 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.4 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1496 mg | 32% | |
*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.
