Vegan Day: Crostini With Radicchio, Balsamic Vinegar, And Olive Oil

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Crostini With Radicchio, Balsamic Vinegar, And Olive Oil

 

Recipe By : The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen, Donna Klein, page 10

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Appetizers And Snacks Vegetables

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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2 small head radicchio

(about 4 ounces each)

separated into leaves

rinsed and drained well

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1/2 teaspoon coarse salt -- or to taste

Freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

16 pieces baguette -- About

(1/2-inch-thick)

OR 8 slices Italian bread or boule -- (1/2-inch-thick)

halved crosswise and lightly toasted

 

MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS

 

Probably because the differences are negligible, crostini are often

confused with bruschetta, and vice versa. I've found that the toppings are

used Interchangeably. Usually crostini are made with toasted pieces of

thinly sliced French baguette or thinly sliced Italian bread or boule, cut

in half, whereas bruschetta is typically made with larger slices of toasted

Italian bread that have been rubbed with a cut clove of garlic. Whichever

bread you choose, so long as it's lightly toasted or grilled on at least

its top side to prevent sogginess, your crostini, or bruschetta if you'd

rather, will be delicious spread with this colorful and healthy topping.

 

Place the radicchio in a food processor fitted with the metal blade;

process until finely chopped. Add the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper;

pulse until just combined,

 

Spoon evenly over the toasted bread, using 2 to 3 teaspoons per piece, and

serve at room temperature.

 

Advance Preparation: The topping can be covered and refrigerated for up to

one day. Bring to room temperature before serving.

 

Cook's Tip: To toast the baguette rounds, reheat the oven to 400F

(205C). Arrange the bread in a single layer on an ungreased light-colored

baking sheet and bake on the middle rack of the oven for 5 minutes or until

lightly toasted.

 

Per Serving: Calories 150 Protein 3g, Total Fat 8g, Saturated Fat 1g,

Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrate 17g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sodium 419mg

 

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