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Roasted Portobello Crostini

Recipe #302072 | 18 min | 10 min prep | SERVES 20 (Change Servings)

RECIPE BY: Lainey6605

This is a recipe I saw Sandra Lee make on one of her shows. It looks like a delicious and easy appetizer for mushrooms.

Posted on: May 5, 2008

Ingredients

  • large portabella mushroom cap
  • 3/4 cup roasted garlic light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, plus
  • tablespoons roasted garlic light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, divided
  • tablespoons olive oil
  • cup low-fat ricotta cheese
  • teaspoons italian seasoning (recommended ( McCormick)
  • salt
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 (16 ounce) bag store-bought crostini
  • 1/2 cup roasted red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch wide strips
  • fresh oregano leaves, for garnish
  • Directions

    1. 1
      Lightly wipe the caps clean with a paper towel.
    2. 2
      Cut into 1/2-inch slices, place in a large zip-top bag and add 3/4 cup of balsamic dressing.
    3. 3
      Squeeze air from bag and seal.
    4. 4
      Lightly massage the mushrooms to ensure they are all evenly coated. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
    5. 5
      Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat.
    6. 6
      Add the marinated mushrooms and saute for about 6 to 8 minutes until tender.
    7. 7
      Meanwhile in a small bowl, stir together ricotta, 2 tablespoons balsamic dressing, and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper and set aside.
    8. 8
      Spread crostini with the ricotta mixture.
    9. 9
      Top each crostini with a portobello slice and cross with a red pepper strip. Garnish with oregano leaf.

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    Nutrition Facts

    Serving Size 1 (17g)

    Recipe makes 20 servings

    The following items or measurements are not included below:

    light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

    light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

    low-fat ricotta cheese

    2 teaspoons italian seasoning

    crostini

    Calories 15
    Calories from Fat 12 (78%)
    Amount Per Serving %DV
    Total Fat 1.4g 2%
    Saturated Fat 0.2g 0%
    Monounsaturated Fat 1.0g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
    Trans Fat 0.0g
    Cholesterol 0mg 0%
    Sodium 48mg 2%
    Potassium 66mg 1%
    Total Carbohydrate 0.8g 0%
    Dietary Fiber 0.2g 0%
    Sugars 0.2g
    Protein 0.3g 0%
    Vitamin A 18mcg 0%
    Vitamin B6 0.0mg 0%
    Vitamin B12 0.0mcg 0%
    Vitamin C 1mg 2%
    Vitamin E 0mcg 0%
    Calcium 2mg 0%
    Iron 0mg 0%

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