This dish is perfect for a summer party. It’s light, refreshing, and can be made ahead of time. The roasted red peppers add a beautiful sweetness to the dish, and the feta is light and fluffy. You can use any type of bread for the crostini, but I prefer a nice sourdough.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf sourdough bread, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 roasted red pepper, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together feta, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture on the bread slices, and top with roasted red pepper.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until bread is crispy and the feta is melted.
Potential changes & improvements
If you want a bit more of a crunch in your crostini, you can try topping with a thin slice of bacon or pancetta. You could also substitute goat cheese for the feta, or add some fresh herbs like basil or thyme.
What other food it works well with
This dish goes well with a light salad or soup. It also makes a great appetizer for a party.
Common Mistakes
One mistake people often make with this dish is using too much feta. The feta should be light and fluffy, not dense and heavy. Another mistake is using a bread that is too thick. The bread should be sliced thinly so that it crisps up in the oven.
Nutritional Information
Serving size: 1 crostini
Calories: 150
Fat: 10 g
Saturated fat: 2.5 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg
Sodium: 330 mg
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 1 g
Protein: 5 g
Allergens
This dish contains gluten, milk, and eggs.