Go Back

Goat Cheese Crostini with Pancetta, Microgreens, & Radish

This easy goat cheese and pancetta crostini is a light, refreshing summer appetizer.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf French baguette cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 olive oil
  • 4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, room temperature
  • ΒΌ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 slices of crisp pancetta, crumbled
  • 2-3 radishes, thinly sliced
  • Fresh microgreens
  • Chives, finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Place the pancetta in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until the pancetta is browned and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel with a slotted spoon to drain.
  • Rub baguette slices with garlic clove. Drizzle with olive oil and broil until just crisp, but not starting to brown, flipping each piece over to the other side, about 5 minutes.
  • Spread about a teaspoon of goat cheese atop the toasted baguette slices; add salt and pepper. Top with pancetta, a few slices of radish, microgreens, and fresh chives.
  • Place crostini on platter and serve.