Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini

Name: Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed; 1 large ripe avocado, pitted, peeled; 1 lemon, zested, juiced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 16 slices whole-grain baguette, 1/2" slices; 4 radishes, thinly sliced

Creamy blended edamame and avocado piled onto toasted baguette slices with a bright lemon-herb finish - a vibrant DASH-friendly appetizer that comes together in minutes.

23 minEasyServes 4200 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 large ripe avocado, pitted, peeled
1 lemon, zested, juiced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
16 slices whole-grain baguette, 1/2" slices
4 radishes, thinly sliced

Instructions

1

Preheat broiler to high (or preheat oven to 425°F). Arrange 16 slices 1/2" slices whole-grain baguette on a baking sheet, brush lightly with a little extra-virgin olive oil, and toast under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
2

In a food processor or blender, combine 1 cup thawed frozen shelled edamame, 1 large pitted, peeled ripe avocado, zested, juiced lemon juice and zest, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Pulse until mostly smooth with some texture.
3

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice as needed.
4

Spread a generous spoonful of the edamame-avocado smash onto each toasted baguette slice.
5

Top with 4 thinly sliced radishes and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini at?

For Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 3 minutes, in step 1.

What equipment do I need for Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a food processor (step 2) and a sheet pan (step 1). If you do not have one, a sharp knife and patience, or a blender in short pulses, stands in for the food processor.

Can I make Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the red pepper flakes; nothing else in the method changes.

Can I make Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini is 16 slices whole-grain baguette, 1/2" slices. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Edamame and Avocado Smash Crostini contain soy?

Yes: 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed. The full allergen list for this entry is soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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