The Pacific Coast Crostini

Experience the luxurious taste of the Pacific coast with this exquisite crostini. Sweet, succulent Dungeness crab is lightly tossed in a bright lemon-dill dressing and piled high on a creamy, smashed avocado base. Served on a perfectly toasted baguette slice, this appetizer is a symphony of fresh, vibrant flavors and contrasting textures that will transport your guests straight to the seaside.

Seafood

Ingredients

1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 pound fresh Dungeness or lump crab meat, picked clean
1 ripe avocado
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Pinch of black pepper
Microgreens or chives for garnish

Method

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Toast for 8 minutes
minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, gently combine the crab meat, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Be careful not to break up the crab too much.
In a separate bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until chunky
smooth. Season with a pinch of salt and a small squeeze of lemon juice.
To assemble, spread a generous layer of the mashed avocado onto each toasted crostini.
Top the avocado with a spoonful of the seasoned crab mixture.
Garnish with a few microgreens or finely snipped chives and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For a perfect pairing, serve this crostini with a crisp, unoaked Sauvignon Blanc or a light, citrusy Pilsner to complement the fresh seafood and bright flavors.

From the Tini Crostini Collection