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PICKLED STRAWBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
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PICKLED STRAWBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI

The title might sound a little odd but the combination between the tartness of the vinegar, the bold goat cheese flavor and the crunch from the bread work so perfectly together. Once you’re done with the pickling liquid for the strawberries you can add more or use the liquid to make salad dressing.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 10
Calories: 95kcal
Author: Lovoni

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar monk fruit sugar if you prefer low carb
  • A good pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed this is easily done with a mortar and pestle
  • 12 oz small to medium strawberries, hulled and halved about 2 cups halved strawberries, if the strawberries are large quarter or thickly slice them
  • 1 quart 1 liter jar with tight-fitting lid
  • 1 cup water, approximately
  • 10 to 12 slices of artisan bread, plus oil for brushing on bread I used a small sourdough loaf
  • 8 oz creamy goat cheese, softened
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons small thyme sprigs

Instructions

  • Combine vinegar, sugar, salt and peppercorns in a small bowl. Whisk very well until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Place the strawberries into the jar. Add just enough water to cover the strawberries, no more than 1 cup or you’ll dilute the pickling mixture. Secure the lid and gently rock the jar back and forth to combine. Chill for 1 to 2 if time permits.
  • Heat a griddle pan or a grill on medium-high. Brush slices of bread with oil. Place on grill for 2 minutes each side or until browned and crisp.
  • Spread slices with goat cheese. Remove strawberries from pickling liquid and place about 3 to 4 pieces on the goat cheese; squash down gently with a fork.
  • Place on serving platter. Drizzle with honey and scatter with thyme leaves. Add more black pepper if you fancy. Makes about 10 pieces.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg