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Celebrate the rest of tomato season and summer with these easy tomato and whipped feta crostini. They’re prefect for a quick lunch or as a party appetizer.
Tomato and Whipped Feta Crostini is an easy to make appetizer which you can make for parties or get togethers. The whipped Feta spread can be made in advance and used when required.
Fall is just round the corner and most of us are thinking about what new dishes to make and how best to pair them with our fall drinks. What better than a red wine paired nicely with a great recipe that translates from summer to fall? I’ve used Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages 2015 Red Wine with this awesome crostini. This artisanal food-friendly wine is produced in the Beaujolais Villages. It can be paired equally well with grilled meats, fish and vegetables. 
Beaujolais Villages has long been served successfully in a number of restaurants and had earned itself a great appellation of “true prince of bars and good tables” in 1960’s. Made with the Gamay grape, it is a great value wine which tastes perfect at room temperature while it can also be served slightly cool. This Beaujolais villages red wine is smooth and balanced with hints of ripe red and black berries, plums, stone fruits and structured minerality.
The baked bread topped with roasted tomatoes and feta cheese of this bite paired excellently with the wine flavors.
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Beaujolais villages has long been served successfully in a number of restaurants and had earned itself a great appellation of “true prince of bars and good tables” in 1960’s. Made with Gamay, it is a great value wine which tastes perfect at room temperature while it can also be served slightly cool. This Beaujolais villages red wine is smooth and balanced with hints of ripe red and black berries, plums, stone fruits and structured minerality.
I tried the red wine along with Whipped Feta Tomato Crostini Recipe. The baked bread topped with roasted tomatoes and feta cheese paired excellently well with the wine flavors.
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Tomato and Whipped Feta Crostini
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 10 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian, Omnivore
Description
These elegant crostini are perfect for a summer get-together or a light lunch. Creamy whipped feta and juicy roasted tomatoes make a winning combination.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (227 g) Feta Cheese
- 3.5 oz (100 g) Cream Cheese
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper powder
- 7 oz (200 g) Roasted Tomato
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 10-12 Bread slices
- 2 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Add feta cheese and cream cheese to a food processor.
- Pulse until the cheese is well mixed and creamy.
- Add black pepper and mix well.
- Slather bread slices with butter and toast until slightly crisp.
- Top with whipped feta cheese and roasted tomatoes.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a smoother whipped feta, let the feta and cream cheese soften to room temperature before processing.
- Toasted baguette slices work exceptionally well; aim for a thin slice for optimal texture.
- Store leftover whipped feta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; re-whip before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 15
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I store the whipped feta spread if I make it in advance?
You can store the whipped feta spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before using it.
What type of bread works best for the crostini?
A baguette or any crusty artisan bread works best for making crostini, as it will hold up well when topped with the whipped feta and tomatoes.
Can I use different types of tomatoes for this recipe?
Yes, you can use any variety of ripe tomatoes, such as heirloom, cherry, or beefsteak, to add different flavors and textures to your crostini.
