Raw Brussels Sprouts Crostini Recipe

Name: Raw Brussels Sprouts Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 30 slices, baguette, 1/2 inch slices cut diagonally; 1/2 cup olive oil, divided; 1/4 cup dried figs (4-5 figs); 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/4 cup pepitas; 2 tablespoons sunflower seed kernals; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard; salt and pepper, to taste; 1 pound brussels sprouts; 1 cup ricotta cheese, room temperature; 1 cup cream cheese or goat cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; lemon zest for garnish; flaked sea salt/finishing salt, to garnish to taste; 2-4 slices prosciutto (optional)

Servings: persons

30 slices, baguette, 1/2 inch slices cut diagonally
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 cup dried figs (4-5 figs)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup pepitas
2 tablespoons sunflower seed kernals
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard
salt and pepper, to taste
1 pound brussels sprouts
1 cup ricotta cheese, room temperature
1 cup cream cheese or goat cheese, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
lemon zest for garnish
flaked sea salt/finishing salt, to garnish to taste
2-4 slices prosciutto (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Brush bread with the olive oil. Toast for 8-10 minutes.
2
Next, chop the dried cranberries and figs into small pieces. Place in a small bowl and cover with very hot water for 30 minutes. Drain.
3
Prepare the pine nuts, sunflower seeds and pepitas. Place them in a dry skillet on medium high heat and toast for 4-6 minutes until toasted. Let cool.
4
To prepare the dressing, place shallot, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt and pepper in a bowl and while whisking, stream in 1/4 cup of the olive oil.
5
Shred the Brussels Sprouts either by hand or via a food processor. Transfer to a bowl with the dried figs and dried cranberries. Toss to coat and let it sit for 15 minutes. Fold in pepitas and pine nuts into Brussels Sprouts.
6
Combine the ricotta cheese and the cream cheese or goat cheese in a bowl. Add in juice and zest of lemon.
7
Spread each toast with about 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture.
8
Divide Brussels Sprouts mixture between toasts.
9
Cut thin strips of the prosciutto and in a dry pan, crisp them. Drain and let cool. Then sprinkle on top of the crostini.
10
Better prepared and consumed the same day. Brussels Sprouts mixture also makes a great salad by itself.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 30 slices, baguette, 1/2 inch slices cut diagonally, 1/2 cup olive oil, divided, 1/4 cup dried figs (4-5 figs), 1/4 cup dried cranberries, and more.

Yes, Raw Brussels Sprouts Crostini falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Raw Brussels Sprouts Crostini

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