A delectable appetizer and surefire crowd-pleaser
With zucchinis making an appearance in markets, gardens, and grocery stores around the country this season, we can’t think of a more delectable appetizer than these Zucchini Crostini. Crostini dishes are super simple to assemble making it an ideal appetizer when entertaining. These crostinis are made with a hearty multi-grain baguette that is gently toasted in a little olive oil. Top this nice crusty bread with a goat cheese spread full of fresh basil, chives, thyme and garlic. Pile each little bite with ribbons of fresh zucchini and you have a healthy zucchini recipe that is sure to please a crowd!
Also, be sure to check out our other deliciously nutritious Appetizer Recipes.
Zucchini Crostini with Goat Cheese Spread
Ingredients
- 24 thin slices of multi-grain baguette 1/4 inch thick
- 6 zucchini
- 2 tablespoon olive oil divided
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 8 ounces soft goat cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons chives fresh, chopped
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped
- 1 teaspoon basil fresh, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme fresh, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325° Fahrenheit. Spread the slices of baguette on two rimmed baking sheets and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until the bread is golden and crusty.
- In a small bowl, combine the soft goat cheese with 1 tsp olive oil, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. Mix well until smooth. Set aside.
- Next, cut the zucchini into ribbons. Do this by trimming each end of the zucchini and then create long thin strips by using a vegetable peeler.
- In a medium skillet, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil to medium heat. Add the zucchini, salt, and pepper to the warm skillet and cook until zucchini is just slightly soft (approximately 3-4 minutes). Remove immediately from heat.
- Assemble each crostini by spreading each slice of baguette with goat cheese spread and pile high with ribbons of zucchini.
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