Smoked Salmon Crostini with Asparagus Mousse
These crostini make the perfect appetizer or snack for any gathering. Quick, easy to make, and irresistibly delicious - they'll fly right off the plate.
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- ½ bunch asparagus
- olive oil
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 1 small baguette
- 4 oz. smoked salmon
- 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Place the asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with kosher salt and black pepper. Peel and place the garlic cloves on the sheet with the asparagus.
- Roast the asparagus until just tender, about 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of your asparagus.
- In a food processor, blend the cooked asparagus, the garlic cloves, the cream cheese, and additional salt and pepper to taste, until smooth.
- Turn your oven to broil.Slice the baguette into ½ inch thick slices. Brush lightly with olive oil on both sides. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet. Toast the baguette slices under the broiler, turning halfway to toast both sides. *Do not walk away, watch as they toast, as these can burn quickly!
- Spread each crostini with the asparagus mousse. Top each with a piece of smoked salmon. Lightly drizzle the crostini with olive oil and lemon juice and sprinkle with the chives.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.