There are so many ways to incorporate California Strawberries into any recipe, but here’s one fun and easy idea you can try: Strawberry & Goat Cheese Crostini by shutterbean.com
Strawberry & Goat Cheese Crostini
Yield: 3
Calories: 354kcal
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- ½ French baguette thinly sliced on the bias
- 1-2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
- ½ pint California strawberries thinly sliced
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 4 oz goat cheese at room temperature
- 3-4 fresh basil leaves julienned for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Put 6 bread slices on a baking sheet and brush slices with oil on both sides. Season lightly with salt and pepper, bake until pale golden, about 10-15 minutes. If you are grilling the crostini, heat over medium-high heat and grill each side for 3-4 minutes.
- Put cut strawberries in a bowl with balsamic vinegar and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Spread 1 heaping tablespoon of goat cheese onto each crostini. Top with a few basil shreds and then place a spoonful of marinated strawberries on top. Sprinkle salt on top of the crostini & serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 2 slices | Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 511mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g
