Description
A delightful and flavorful appetizer featuring roasted beetroot and orange on crispy baguette slices, topped with creamy goat cheese and fresh mint.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium beetroots, roasted and peeled
- 1 large orange, segmented and juiced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 4 ounces creamy goat cheese, at room temperature
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Wrap the beetroots in foil and roast them for approximately 45 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Once roasted, allow the beetroots to cool, then peel and chop into small cubes.
- In a bowl, mix together the chopped beetroot, orange segments, orange juice, olive oil, balsamic glaze, maple syrup, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Gently fold the ingredients together and let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- While the beetroot mixture rests, place the baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Lightly brush each slice with olive oil and toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes until they are crisp and golden.
- Once the baguette slices are ready, spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each piece.
- Top each with a spoonful of the beetroot and orange mixture.
- Finish off with a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and flavor before serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free alternative, swap the goat cheese for a plant-based cheese or a creamy avocado spread.
- For an added kick, consider sprinkling some crumbled feta cheese on top for a delightful tang.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting and Toasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Roast Beetroot & Orange Bruschetta, Roasted Beet and Citrus Crostini, Beetroot Appetizer