Aegean Avocado Crostini

Ingredients

• •1 small baguette (about 12 slices)
• •2 tbsp olive oil (for toasting)
• •2 medium ripe avocados
• •1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• •1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• •Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• •1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• •1 tbsp fresh mint or dill, chopped (for garnish)
• •Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Prep Steps

1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2
2. 2inch thick pieces.
3. 3Brush both sides of the bread slices lightly with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.
4. 4Toast for 8 minutes
5. 5minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove and let cool slightly.
6. 6In a medium bowl, mash the avocado with the lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until you reach your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).
7. 7Spoon a generous amount of the avocado mixture onto each crostini slice.
8. 8Top each with a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese and a light drizzle of high
9. 9quality extra virgin olive oil.
10. 10Garnish with fresh mint or dill before serving.