Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini π πΏ
Description:
Indulge in these tasty low-calorie appetizers that are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a snack. With a marinating time of just 30 minutes, these crostini are bursting with flavor from sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, creating a delightful combination that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is sourced from “Cooking Smart for a Healthy Heart.”
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Vegetable, Canadian, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 137.9
- Fat: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 0.6mg
- Sodium: 723.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.6g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 5.7g
- Protein: 4.8g
Ingredients:
- 16 sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup dressing (divided)
- 6 slices of bread (about 1/2 inch thick)
Instructions:
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Marinate Tomatoes:
- Place the sun-dried tomatoes in a medium bowl.
- Add 6 tablespoons of dressing to the bowl and toss until the tomatoes are evenly coated.
- Allow the tomatoes to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
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Prepare Basil:
- While the tomatoes are marinating, prepare the basil leaves.
- Stack the basil leaves and tightly roll them up lengthwise.
- Cut the rolled basil crosswise into very thin slices, creating a chiffonade.
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Preheat Oven:
- Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
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Prepare Bread:
- Cut the slices of bread diagonally to create 8 slices, each about 1/2 inch thick.
- Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet.
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Brush with Dressing:
- Brush both sides of the bread slices with the remaining dressing, ensuring they are evenly coated.
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Bake Bread:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the bread slices until they turn light golden, approximately 3 minutes on each side.
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Assemble Crostini:
- Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven.
- Divide the marinated sun-dried tomatoes evenly among the bread slices.
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Final Bake:
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake the crostini until they are heated through, which should take about 4 minutes.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle the crostini with the prepared basil chiffonade, adding a fresh and aromatic touch.
- Keep the crostini warm until ready to serve.
- Serve two crostini per person as a delightful appetizer or snack.
Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite of these Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini, perfect for any occasion! π₯π πΏ