Prosciutto & Avocado Crostini

Health score
3%
Prosciutto & Avocado Crostini
18 min.
10
219kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful appetizer that effortlessly combines sophisticated flavors and fresh ingredients, look no further than Prosciutto & Avocado Crostini. This dish is perfect for entertaining, making it a fantastic addition to any gathering or a simple family dinner. The creamy avocado, rich prosciutto, and sharpness of Parmesan come together to create an unforgettable bite that pleases the palate.

With a preparation time of just 18 minutes, you'll be able to whip up a platter that feels luxurious without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole-wheat demi baguette provides a wholesome base that's toasted to perfection, adding a satisfying crunch to your crostini. Topped with a zesty mustard and olive oil dressing, each bite explodes with flavor from the perfectly balanced combination of savory prosciutto, fresh lemon, and a pop of pepper.

The bright, peppery watercress not only enhances the visual appeal of this dish but also adds a refreshing contrast to the richness of the other ingredients. Whether you’re serving these at a cocktail party, as part of an antipasto platter, or simply enjoying a leisurely snack, these crostini will surely impress your guests and leave them craving more!

Ingredients

  •  avocado sliced
  •  crusty baguette whole-wheat sliced
  • 10 servings pepper black
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  •  optional: lemon halved
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • ounces parmesan 
  • 0.3 pound pancetta thinly sliced
  • teaspoon red-wine vinegar 
  • 16 sprigs watercress 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Arrange bread on baking sheet; toast 8 minutes.
  2. Combine Dijon, oil, and vinegar.
  3. Brush onto bread. Top with next 5 ingredients (through pepper). Squeeze lemon over it.

Nutrition Facts

Calories219kcal
Protein11.67%
Fat60.94%
Carbs27.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.02
Glycemic Load
8.65
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.585652195889%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
2.31mg
Hesperetin
3.01mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.92mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.69kcal
10.93%
Fat:15.08g
23.19%
Saturated Fat:3.76g
23.48%
Carbohydrates:15.24g
5.08%
Net Carbohydrates:12.98g
4.72%
Sugar:1.64g
1.83%
Cholesterol:11.34mg
3.78%
Sodium:334.83mg
14.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.5g
12.99%
Vitamin K:18.5µg
17.62%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.49%
Selenium:8.36µg
11.94%
Vitamin C:9.46mg
11.47%
Folate:45.06µg
11.27%
Calcium:105.13mg
10.51%
Vitamin B3:1.98mg
9.91%
Phosphorus:95.29mg
9.53%
Vitamin E:1.39mg
9.25%
Fiber:2.26g
9.05%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.85%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.36%
Iron:1.2mg
6.65%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.39%
Potassium:187.34mg
5.35%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
5%
Magnesium:18.56mg
4.64%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.23%
Copper:0.08mg
4.21%
Vitamin A:209.1IU
4.18%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.08%
Source:My Recipes