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Sun-Kissed Tomato Basil Bliss Crostini πŸŒžπŸ…πŸŒΏ

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Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Crostini πŸ…πŸŒΏ

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Preheat Oven:

    • Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
  4. 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.
  5. Brush with Dressing:

    • Brush both sides of the bread slices with the remaining dressing, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  6. 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.
  7. Assemble Crostini:

    • Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven.
    • Divide the marinated sun-dried tomatoes evenly among the bread slices.
  8. Final Bake:

    • Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake the crostini until they are heated through, which should take about 4 minutes.
  9. 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! πŸ₯–πŸ…πŸŒΏ

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