Fresh Herb-Tomato Crostini

By: Tricia Strong
Prep Time: 30 min.
Cook Time: 10 min.

*Strong Family Favorite

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 French bread baguette, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 large tomato, finely chopped
• 3/4 cup finely chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Stir together olive oil and garlic; brush on 1 side of each bread slice.
3. Place bread slices, garlic sides up, on a baking sheet.
4. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly toasted.
5. Whisk together lemon juice and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl.
6. Add tomato and next 3 ingredients; gently toss to coat.
7. Top each bread slice with tomato mixture (about 2 rounded teaspoonfuls each).
8. Sprinkle with cheese.