Introducing my go to summer-time party appetizer: Cherry Tomato & Orange Crostini.
With Holi celebrations just around the corner, these little toasts make the perfect party appetizer and hey! it’s not only delicious but surprisingly healthy too.
Each bite is a symphony of flavours – from the tanginess of cherry tomatoes to the zesty kick of orange, complemented by cream cheese and topped with fresh basil and balsamic glaze, this appetizer will leave you craving for more!
Want to try this recipe? Here’s how you prepare it:
| Course | Appetizer |
| Servings | 4 persons |
| Preparation Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 10 minutes |
Ingredients for the Cherry Tomato & Orange Crostini
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| 8 – 10 slices | Of French baguette |
| 2 – 3 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 2 – 3 tbsp | Fresh orange juice |
| ½ cup | Yellow cherry tomatoes |
| ½ cup | Red cherry tomatoes |
| ½ cup | Fresh orange segments (peeled) |
| 3 – 4 tbsp | Philadelphia cream cheese |
| 6 – 8 | Basil leaves, shredded |
| Salt to taste | |
| Fresh pepper to taste | |
| Balsamic glaze | |
Instruction for the Cherry Tomato & Orange Crostini |
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| 1. | Brush the baguette slices lightly with a little olive oil and toast in a preheated oven @ 180℃ until crisp. |
| 2. | Meanwhile, in a bowl, add the chilled orange segments, chilled cherry tomatoes red and yellow, olive oil, basil leaves, chilled orange juice, salt and pepper. |
| 3. | Spread the cream cheese on the toasted baguette slices. Add 1 tbsp of the mixture on the baguette. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve at once. |
Note: Please use chilled ingredients for the above crostini. It gives a very refreshing flavour.
