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Mushroom Thyme Crostini

Mushroom Thyme Crostini

  • Author: Samuel
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 crostini
  • Diet: Plant-based, Vegan

Description

Mushroom Thyme Crostini is a quick and flavorful appetizer featuring fresh cremini or button mushrooms sautéed with garlic and thyme, topped on crispy toasted baguette slices spread with creamy plant-based cheese. This easy-to-make, plant-based recipe offers a delightful combination of textures and earthy aromas, perfect for any gathering or snack time.

Ingredients

Bread

  • Baguette or crusty bread, sliced into ¼ inch rounds
  • Olive oil (natural), for brushing the bread

Mushroom Mixture

  • Fresh cremini or button mushrooms, finely chopped
  • Fresh thyme (herbs), chopped plus extra sprigs for garnish
  • Garlic (natural), finely chopped
  • Olive oil (natural), for sautéing
  • Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), small amount for drizzling
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Topping

  • Plant-based cheese (plant-based), for spreading on toasted bread

Instructions

  1. Prepare the bread: Slice the baguette into thin ¼ inch rounds. Lightly brush both sides of each slice with olive oil (natural), then toast them in a hot oven or skillet until golden and crisp to create a sturdy base for the toppings.
  2. Sauté the mushrooms: Heat olive oil (natural) in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped garlic (natural) and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped mushrooms, fresh thyme (herbs), a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown slightly, developing a rich, savory flavor.
  3. Add depth with vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural): Drizzle a small amount of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) over the browned mushrooms and stir well to combine, enhancing the umami complexity of the mixture.
  4. Assemble your crostini: Spoon a generous dollop of plant-based cheese (plant-based) onto each toasted bread slice, then top with the warm mushroom and thyme mixture. Garnish each crostini with a small sprig of fresh thyme (herbs) for a beautiful presentation.
  5. Serve immediately: Enjoy the crostini fresh while the bread remains crisp and the mushrooms are warm for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh mushrooms for optimal texture and flavor to avoid sogginess.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking mushrooms to ensure proper browning instead of steaming.
  • Toast bread slices until they are crunchy enough to hold toppings without burning.
  • Choose a quality plant-based cheese (plant-based) to balance the earthiness of the mushrooms with creamy richness.
  • Serve the crostini immediately after assembly to maintain maximum crunchiness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 crostini
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: mushroom crostini, thyme appetizer, plant-based appetizer, vegan crostini, quick appetizer, mushroom thyme crostini

Find it online: https://quicktastykitchen.com/mushroom-thyme-crostini/