Roasted Garlic Tahini Crostini

Dinner taking longer than usual? Need to whip up a quick snack to bring to a potluck? This crostini recipe is the perfect thing to keep on hand. The tahini garlic sauce and the caramelized pine nuts come together in a cinch, the mushrooms just need a quick sautéeing, and then you pile it all onto a crunchy piece of bread. Easy and delicious!

ROASTED GARLIC TAHINI CROSTINI [VEGAN]

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CROSTINI:

• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• Salt and pepper
• Your favorite bread

FOR THE ROASTED GARLIC TAHINI SAUCE:

• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 3 garlic cloves
• Salt and pepper, to taste

FOR THE CARAMELIZED PINE NUTS:

• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup

PREPARATION

TO MAKE THE ROASTED GARLIC TAHINI SAUCE:

1. Peel the garlic and carefully roast in a small saucepan. You can use a drop or two of olive oil.
2. Combine all other ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Smash the garlic cloves and add to the sauce.

TO MAKE THE CROSTINI:

1. Wash and slice the mushrooms. Heat a large skillet with a bit of olive oil, briefly sauté the sliced mushrooms. For the extra topping, combine pine nuts and maple syrup in a small bowl and transfer to a baking sheet prepared with parchment paper. Bake for 5 minutes at 390°F.
2. Spread a good amount of the tahini sauce over the bread, add a spoonful of sautéed mushrooms, and top with pine nuts. Serve.

http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/roasted-garlic-tahini-crostini/