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Asparagus strawberries goat cheese crostini with balsamic glaze is a super simple appetizer which uses fresh spring bounty and tangy herbed goat cheese . To make it more fancy it is topped with some delicious balsamic glaze. This appetizer comes together quickly and makes a lovely addition to your spring/ summer party menu be it indoors or outdoors.

But why wait for a party ! you can surely make them for your me time snacking or just to spend time with your special someone like I did .

Spring is finally here that means extended bright sunny days. I love to make snacking appetizers for those evening hunger pangs especially when my husband comes home early from office . The days we decide to have a light salad for dinner I make a snack like this to enjoy in the evening. Today it was this delicious Asparagus strawberries goat cheese crostini with balsamic glaze . The earthiness of roasted asparagus , sweetness of strawberries over a crusty crunchy bread with creamy herbed goat cheese and some balsamic glaze makes nothing but a beautiful evening. It’s like an effortless date night for us .To elevate the experience and make it more fancy restaurant like  I have paired this appetizer with smartwater sparkling. I always have 2-3 bottles stocked up for moments like these.

We have been a fan of smartwater for a while now and smartwater sparkling is just so amazing. After a long day of work we like to enjoy it with our meal . Just as the name goes “ smartwater sparkling“, it is so much more than normal water. I love that it tastes crisp , pure and has the right amount of bubbles to keep the party going. Unlike spring water smartwater is inspired by the clouds. It is a vapor-distilled water with electrolytes added for taste. Moreover it doesn’t contain any sodium or sugar.  How cool is that!

 Hope you like this recipe . It is full of spring flavors , colors and textures. Crispy , crunchy and delicious.

You sure need to try it and do not forget to pair it with smartwater sparkling.

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5 from 2 votes

Asparagus strawberries goat cheese crostini with balsamic glaze

An easy relaxing appetizer bursting spring flavors and textures. Perfect for you or to entertain a large crowd .

Course Appetizer

Cuisine French

Adjustable Servings -12 -14

Author Khushboo

Ingredients

• ½ French baguette cut into diagonal ½ inch slices
• ¼ cup olive oil or more for brushing
• 4 oz / ½ cup herbed goat cheese
• 10-12 fresh strawberries chopped
• Balsamic reduction/ glaze optional
• To prepare asparagus
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 12-14 asparagus ends discarded and cut diagonally in 3 “ sticks
• Sat and pepper to taste
• Pinch of chili flakes optional

Instructions

• Set the oven to broil on High.
• Line a oven safe metal pan with foil.
• Place the cut asparagus , sprinkle some salt , pepper on it .
• Drizzle some olive oil and mix to coat well.
• Broil on the upper rack for 3- 4 minutes turning once in between until they are tender to touch .
• Remove from the pan and keep aside. Sprinkle some chili flakes if you prefer extra heat.
• While the asparagus are roasting , brush both sides of the French baguette slices with olive oil.
• Now in the same pan line the bread slices.
• Broil on LOW for a minute or so on each side until edges are golden and crisp . Keep a close watch to prevent burning.
• Just before serving , place the bread slices on the serving board , spread some herbed goat cheese on it and top it with strawberries and roasted asparagus.
• You may drizzle some balsamic glaze too.

Notes

Asparagus can be roasted and stored in the refrigerator up to 2 days.
If you aren’t planning to eat right away then broil the bread later just before eating.
You may sub goat cheese with ricotta or pesto.

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On my recent grocery shopping at Safeway , I picked up smartwater sparkling located on aisle 2 under water and specialty beverage section.

So are you ready to welcome spring and elevate your day with the sparkling way!

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