Mozzarella and Pickle Crostini
Crispy toasted bread topped with creamy mozzarella and tangy pickles, finished with fresh herbs. A quick and easy appetizer or snack.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pickles
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- 2
Brush the bread slices with the 2 tbsp olive oil. Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes, until golden and crisp.
- 3
Slice the 8 oz mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Drain and slice the 1 cup pickles into thin rounds.
- 4
Top each toasted bread slice with a piece of mozzarella and a few pickle slices.
- 5
Return to the oven for 3-5 minutes, until the mozzarella is just melted and bubbly.
- 6
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the 2 tbsp fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- oven
- knife
- cutting board
- pastry brush
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