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    Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios

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    Fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios is a delicious and easy summer appetizer that you can make in just 10 minutes. It's fancy, sophisticated, and looks like a work of art. Toasted slices of French baguettes are topped with creamy tangy goat cheese, fresh juicy figs, a sprinkle of pistachios, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar or honey (depending on what flavor you are craving!). Perfect for snacking on or entertaining.

    Why You'll Love Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios

    • Fresh figs are the best. There is nothing that beats fresh figs, so if you see them pop up in your local market GRAB THEM. Actually, grab two boxes, because just as fast as they appear, they will quickly be out of season, leaving you longing for their return. They are fresh in season in the early summer and also in later summer or early fall. So make sure to get your fix before they are gone. We are getting our fix over here with a serving (or two) of fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios.
    • The perfect combination of toppings. Figs are sweet, juicy, and perfect for snacking on as is, but I absolutely love pairing them with goat cheese. Something about the tangy and sweet flavours together never disappoints. Topped with pistachios for extra flavor, crunch, and color.
    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining. | aheadofthyme.com

    Ingredients and Substitutions

    To make this delicious and easy fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios, you will need the following ingredients:

    • French baguette - you need one baguette sliced into ¼-inch pieces (which should give you about 15-20 slices). Use store-bought to make life easier, or try your hand at making your own Homemade French Baguettes.
    • figs - you will need fresh figs.
    • goat cheese - you could substitute this with feta cheese, ricotta, or a vegan cheese that is easy to spread.
    • pistachios - you could top these crostini with any nuts you have on hand (toasted to bring out the flavour!), but honestly I love the pop of colour the pistachios bring to this dish.
    • olive oil
    • salt and pepper
    • balsamic vinegar or honey - If you have a sweet tooth, drizzle a bit of honey on the finished crostini. If, however, you’re more like me and prefer a bit of contrast, balsamic vinegar is the way to go! OR better yet, a balsamic glaze -- try making your own (grab the super easy recipe here!). You can’t imagine how good these taste, and I guarantee they will disappear quickly!
    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make the Best Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios

    1. Toast the baguette. Place as many pieces of sliced baguette on a rimmed quarter sheet baking pan as you can fit. Drizzle with olive oil and salt. Bake in a 375 F preheated oven until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
    2. Assemble the crostini. Using a small spatula, spread about 1 tablespoon goat cheese on each crostini, covering most of the bread. Layer quartered figs on top of goat cheese. Sprinkle with toasted pistachios and season with a little sea salt and black pepper on each crostini.
    3. Serve. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or honey (or both!). Serve immediately.
    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining. | aheadofthyme.com

    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    • How to pick the best figs: When selecting figs at your local grocery store or farmer's market, make sure to pick ones that are plump and soft, with smooth skin (no cracks) and their stems still on.
    • How to store fresh figs: Store fresh figs in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
    • Make ahead? I would not recommend making these ahead as the creamy cheese will cause the toasted baguettes to start getting soggy if assembled and stored too long.
    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining. | aheadofthyme.com

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    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining. | aheadofthyme.com

    Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios


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    • Author: Sam | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 15-20 crostini
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining.


    Ingredients

    • 1 French baguette, sliced into ¼-inch pieces
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 4 oz. goat cheese, at room temperature
    • 8 oz. fresh figs, stems removed and quartered
    • ¼ cup pistachios, unshelled and toasted
    • sea salt
    • ground black pepper
    • balsamic vinegar or honey (for garnish)

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
    2. Place as many pieces of sliced baguette on a rimmed quarter sheet baking pan as you can fit. Drizzle with olive oil and salt. Bake until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
    3. Using a small spatula, spread about 1 tablespoon goat cheese on each crostini, covering most of the bread. Layer quartered figs on top of goat cheese.
    4. Sprinkle with toasted pistachios and season with a little sea salt and black pepper on each crostini. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or honey (or both!). Serve immediately.
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Appetizers
    • Method: Assemble
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: fig crostini with goat cheese and pistachios, fig and goat cheese crostini, crostini with figs and goat cheese, fig crostini

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    Fig crostini topped sweet, juicy figs, tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios is flavourful, delicious, and perfect for snacking on or entertaining. | aheadofthyme.com
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    1. Blair villanueva says

      May 31, 2018 at 7:48 pm

      Thanks for your tips, I could understand why fig is in-demand. I wonder if fig is also available in Manila, and i will start to have a haul as well.

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    2. Terryn Winfield says

      May 31, 2018 at 5:05 pm

      These look amazing! I love anything with goat cheese!

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    3. LavandaMichelle says

      May 31, 2018 at 1:54 pm

      What a cool recipe! I'd never think to put these two together, but now that I think about it--it sounds great! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

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    4. swathi says

      May 31, 2018 at 6:35 am

      These are perfect snack that too with tangy goat cheese and sweet figs and pistachios. I am going to try it for next get together.

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    5. Ada says

      May 31, 2018 at 1:40 am

      Omg yum these look amazing! I've recently rediscovered my love for goat cheese and have to decide what to sprinkle it on.

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