Prosciutto and Tomato Crostini
Crisp toasted bread topped with salty prosciutto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. A quick and elegant snack or appetizer.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 4 oz prosciutto
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices and brush both sides with the 2 tbsp olive oil. Toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes per side.
- 2
Halve the 1 cup cherry tomatoes and toss with the 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl. Let sit while the bread toasts.
- 3
Top each toasted slice with a slice of the 4 oz prosciutto, folding it to fit.
- 4
Spoon the tomatoes over the prosciutto and tear the 1/4 cup basil leaves on top. Serve immediately.
- 5
For extra flavor, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a crack of black pepper if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
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