World Turtle Day Avocado & Caper Crostini

This vibrant crostini celebrates World Turtle Day with a green-hued topping that is both fresh and savory. The creamy avocado and bright lime are perfectly balanced by the salty, briny capers and a hint of spice from the red pepper flakes. It's a light, refreshing appetizer that is quick to prepare and visually appealing with its "turtle shell" green color.

Vegetarian

Ingredients

baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
ripe avocado, mashed
tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Pinch of red pepper flakes
tablespoon capers, drained and roughly chopped
tablespoon fresh chives, finely snipped

Method

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°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.
While the bread is toasting, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, combine the mashed avocado, lime juice, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Mix gently until just combined, leaving some texture.
Once the crostini are cooled slightly, spread a generous layer of the avocado mixture onto each slice.
Sprinkle the chopped capers and snipped chives evenly over the avocado spread.
Drizzle lightly with a high
quality extra virgin olive oil just before serving for an added layer of flavor and shine.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For a more elegant presentation, use a small, round cookie cutter to shape the avocado spread before adding the toppings, mimicking a turtle's shell. Pair this light, citrusy appetizer with a crisp, dry Sauvignon Blanc.

From the Tini Crostini Collection