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Grilled Watermelon & Feta Summer Crostini
This crostini is a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and refreshing. The lightly grilled watermelon adds a smoky depth that pairs beautifully with the tangy feta cheese. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and fresh mint, it's an ideal summer appetizer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- •tablespoons olive oil, divided
- •cup cubed watermelon (1/2-inch cubes)
- •oz crumbled feta cheese
- •tablespoons balsamic glaze
- •tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
- •Pinch of sea salt and black pepper
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium
- 2high heat. Brush the baguette slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and grill for 1 minutes
- 3minutes per side until lightly toasted and marked.
- 4Lightly brush the watermelon cubes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Grill the cubes for 30 minutes
- 5seconds per side, just until grill marks appear and the fruit is slightly softened but still holds its shape.
- 6Assemble the crostini: Top each toasted baguette slice with a few pieces of the grilled watermelon and a generous sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese.
- 7Garnish with the finely chopped fresh mint, a pinch of sea salt and black pepper, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an extra layer of flavor, infuse the olive oil with a sprig of rosemary before brushing the bread. Pair this refreshing appetizer with a crisp, dry Rosé or a light-bodied Sauvignon Blanc.
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