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Be sure and try these easy-to-make and delectable salmon and goat cheese crostini. They make an elegant appetizer to serve your family and friends.
For more great
Appetizer Recipes and
Salmon Recipes.
Smoked Salmon & Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe
Recipe Type:
Appetizer,
Crostini,
Salmon,
Goat Cheese
Yields: 30 crostini
Prep time: 20 min
Ingredients:
8 ounces
goat cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon fennel seeds, finely crushed
2 teaspoons grated
lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon coarsely-ground
black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons
olive oil
30 thin slices
French-bread baguette
12 ounces thinly-sliced
Smoked Salmon
Optional Garnishes: lemon peel strips, tarragon sprigs, sour cream, and/or
salmon roe.
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a small bowl, combine goat cheese, tarragon, fennel, lemon zest, and pepper; set aside.
Brush olive oil over both sides of the bread slices. Arrange bread in single layer on large baking sheet. Bake approximately 5 minutes per side or until bread is just crisp.
Remove from oven.
NOTE: Cheese mixture and toasts can be made 2 days ahead. Cover cheese mixture and chill. Cool toasts; store airtight at room temperature.
When ready to serve, spread goat cheese mixture over the top of the prepared toasts. Top with salmon slices, trimming to fit. Garnish
with optional garnishes that you desire. Arrange on platter and serve.
Makes 30 crostini.
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