Tomato and Basil Crostini with Whipped Feta – Crunchy crostini with zesty, tangy, creamy whipped feta, then topped with diced tomatoes and garnished with fresh basil.
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American, Italian
Keyword:
basil, creamy, crostini, tomato sauce
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 398 kcal
Author: Chelsea
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3
ounces
cream cheese
softened at room temperature
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8
ounces
feta cheese
softened at room temperature
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1
french bread loaf
sliced into ½" thick pieces
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3
large tomatoes
de-seeded and diced into bite-sized pieces
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fresh basil
sliced
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Beat together the cream cheese and feta cheese in a mixer on medium-high speed until creamy. Set aside.
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Heat oven to broil on high. Place the sliced french bread onto a baking sheet. Broil until crunchy and lightly browned.
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Spread whipped feta on top of the bread, add diced tomatoes, and then top with basil.
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Serve with a light, bodied white wine - pinot grigio is perfect
Nutrition estimated is based upon the brands I used. Yours may vary depending on brands.
Nutrition Facts
Tomato and Basil Crostini with Whipped Feta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 398
Calories from Fat 211
% Daily Value*
Fat 23.4g36%
Cholesterol 45.8mg15%
Sodium 482mg21%
Carbohydrates 39.6g13%
Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugar 1.9g2%
Protein 6.9g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.