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Name: Vegan Tomato, Olive & Basil Crostini
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1 French baguette, sliced into 24 thin rounds; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped; 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup vegan ricotta cheese (store-bought or homemade); Zest of 1 lemon

Vegan Tomato, Olive & Basil Crostini

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For your wine tasting, these Vegan Tomato, Olive & Basil Crostini are the perfect small bites—delicate, vibrant, and not too bold. The crisp baguette slices are topped with a creamy vegan ricotta, a medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and fresh basil, finished with a sprinkle of lemon zest for brightness. Each bite is balanced and elegant, designed to enhance rather than overshadow the wines you’re serving. These crostini are easy to assemble and offer a beautiful, colorful presentation that will impress your guests while letting the wine take center stage.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
Toast in the oven for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, olives, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix.
Spread about 1 tsp of vegan ricotta on each toasted baguette slice.
Top each with a spoonful of the tomato-olive mixture.
Finish with a sprinkle of lemon zest on each crostini.
Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.