Name: Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 37 min
Ingredients: Parchment paper; 1 lb. seedless red grapes, stems removed; 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. olive oil, divided use; ¼ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt); ¼ tsp. + 1 dash freshly ground black pepper, divided use; 16 ½-inch whole-grain baguette slices, (approx. 8 oz.); 1 cup soft goat cheese; 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme

This Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini is a simple preparation with complex flavor – and it looks beautiful.

If hosting parties has taught me anything, it’s that time management is everything and nothing will go as planned.

Having a fool-proof crostini recipe like this in our repertoire means at least one thing will go right every time.

The next time you host a holiday meal or cocktail party, wow your guests with this Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini recipe.

It’s an ideal hors-d’oeuvre: More impressive than oh-so-basic cheese and crackers, and easy to make without risk of anything going wrong (just keep an eye on the toasts when they’re in the oven).

The toasts and roasted grapes can even be cooked ahead of time. When it’s time to serve, everything comes together quickly and makes any gathering feel a little more posh.

But there’s no need to throw a party; pair this knock-your-socks-off appetizer with a simple salad and have a gourmet lunch or dinner any time.

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Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini

Looking for an easy crostini recipe? This Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini holiday appetizer is beautiful and uses only a handful of ingredients.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 22 mins

Total Time 37 mins

Servings 8 Servings (2 pieces each)

Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients

Parchment paper
1 lb. seedless red grapes, stems removed
1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. olive oil, divided use
¼ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
¼ tsp. + 1 dash freshly ground black pepper, divided use
16 ½-inch whole-grain baguette slices, (approx. 8 oz.)
1 cup soft goat cheese
1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400º F. Place one rack high and one rack low in the oven.
Line one large and one small baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Combine grapes, 1 tsp. oil, salt, and ¼ tsp. pepper in a medium bowl; toss gently to blend.
Place grapes on prepared small baking sheet. Bake, on lower oven rack, for 20 to 22 minutes, or until grapes are tender and skins are lightly wrinkled.
While grapes are baking, brush both sides of bread lightly with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil. Place on large baking sheet in an even layer. Bake, on higher oven rack, for 8 to 10 minutes, turning after 4 minutes.
Spread each slice of toasted bread with 1 Tbsp. cheese. Top evenly with grapes, remaining 1 dash pepper, and thyme; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 185 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 9mg3%

Sodium 321mg14%

Carbohydrates 26g9%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 9g10%

Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Tip: 1 cup is equal to 16 Tbsp.

Container Equivalents
½ Purple
1 Yellow
½ Blue

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Roasted Grape and Goat Cheese Crostini recipe photographs by Anguel Dimov and Brianne B of Natural Girl Modern World