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Crostini with roasted beets, goat cheese, and pomegranate

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Colorful, seasonal crostini combining the sweet-earthy flavor of roasted beets with the creamy sharpness of goat cheese and the juicy tartness of pomegranate seeds. A perfect dish for parties — appetizing, elegant, and quick to prepare; it looks great on a large board as an appetizer. Inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, it meets winter fruits — pomegranate and fresh herbs add freshness, while caramelized balsamic vinegar enhances the flavor. Serve as finger food with sparkling wines or light white wines; it visually attracts with the contrast of deep red beets, white cheese, and shimmering red pomegranate seeds.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (13)

Servings:
8
  • Baguette 1 szt.
  • Beets (raw) 600 g
  • Balsamic vinegar 50 ml
  • Sugar 20 g
  • Garlic 1 ząbek
  • Sea salt 3 g
  • Fresh thyme (leaves) 5 g
  • Olive oil 30 ml
  • Pomegranate (arils) 150 g
  • Goat cheese 200 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Ground black pepper 1 szczypta
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Arugula 30 g
  • Walnuts 50 g
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Preparation steps

Oven & beets

1

Preheat the oven to 220°C (top-bottom) or 200°C with fan. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash and dry the beets. Cut off the leaves (if any) close to the root, but do not peel them yet — the skin comes off easily during baking. Slice the beets into pieces about 5-7 mm thick (if the beets are very large, cut them in half first, then slice).

Ingredients: Beets (raw)
Use a sharp kitchen knife and a plastic or wooden cutting board. If the beets are small, you can roast them whole (they will need more time). Even slices bake faster and more evenly.
2

In a bowl, mix the beet slices with half of the oil (15 g), a pinch of salt, and freshly ground pepper. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet so they do not overlap — this will allow them to caramelize nicely. Sprinkle with crumbled thyme leaves (you can simply tear the leaves off with your fingers). Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the edges are slightly browned and the center is soft (check by inserting a fork — it should go in easily).

Ingredients: Beets (raw), Olive oil, Sea salt, Ground black pepper, Fresh thyme (leaves)
The best option is a baking tray lined with parchment paper; this way, the beets won't stick and are easier to turn. If you have a convection oven, reduce the time by 3-5 minutes. Don't bake too long — the slices should remain intact, not fall apart.

Balsamic reduction

3

Pour balsamic vinegar (50 ml) into a small saucepan and add sugar (20 g). Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 6-10 minutes, until the volume is reduced by about 30-40% and the vinegar is thick and slightly syrupy (it will thicken further as it cools). Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Ingredients: Balsamic vinegar, Sugar
Use a small saucepan with a thick bottom to avoid burning. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Don't leave the stove — the vinegar can reduce and burn very quickly.

Crostini

4

Slice the baguette into pieces about 1 cm thick diagonally to create more surface area. Arrange the slices on a second baking sheet, brush lightly with the remaining olive oil (15 g) using a brush or drizzle and spread with a spoon. Place in a preheated oven (you can lower the temperature to 200°C) for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy. If you prefer, you can also toast them on a dry grill pan for 2-3 minutes on each side.

Ingredients: Baguette, Olive oil
Use a silicone brush to spread the oil. Cutting at an angle gives larger, more elegant slices. Be careful not to burn them — quick monitoring will achieve the perfect crispness.
5

While the slices are still warm, cut a clove of garlic in half and lightly rub each slice with the cut side of the garlic — this will add a subtle aroma. Then spread goat cheese on the slices: take a portion with a fork and spread it in a thin, even layer (about 10-15 g of cheese per slice). If the cheese is too hard, put it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften it slightly.

Ingredients: Garlic, Goat cheese
Use a small teaspoon or a cheese knife to spread. Don't use too much cheese — it should complement the beetroot, not dominate.

Assembly and serving

6

On each slice with goat cheese, place a slice of roasted beet. Drizzle gently with the prepared balsamic reduction (about 3-5 ml per crostini). Generously sprinkle with pomegranate seeds (about 8-12 g per slice) and a bit of chopped walnuts, if using. Top with a few thyme leaves and optionally a small portion of arugula (if you want the green version). Finally, drizzle everything with a bit of olive oil and add a sprinkle of coarse salt crumble.

Ingredients: Goat cheese, Beets (raw), Balsamic vinegar, Pomegranate (arils), Walnuts, Fresh thyme (leaves), Arugula
Use a teaspoon for precise drizzling of the reduction. For aesthetics, arrange the crostini in rows on a platter — the colors of pomegranate and beet look best in contrast. If you're adding arugula, place it under the beet to prevent it from wilting from the heat.
7

Arrange the crostini on a large board or platter. Serve immediately after preparation — best at room temperature, so the cheese has a crumbly yet creamy texture, and the flavors can develop. Prepare additional bowls with arugula and the remaining pomegranate seeds, so guests can season to their liking.

Ingredients: Baguette, Pomegranate (arils), Arugula
It's best to serve crostini in a single row, without stacking them, so each piece looks appealing. Remember: crostini lose their crunch if they sit too long with the toppings.

Cleaning and preparing the next rounds

8

If you are preparing a larger quantity, roast the beets and toasts in batches and keep the finished beet slices on a rack to cool so they don't become soft from the steam. Store the remaining ingredients separately in airtight containers.

Ingredients: Beets (raw)
Use a cooling rack and separate containers — this will preserve the textures. A clean baking sheet and immediate washing of tools will prevent staining from beet juice.

Fun Fact

💡

Beets were valued in antiquity — the Romans used them as medicine and a vegetable for feasting. The use of pomegranate, in turn, refers to the symbolism of abundance and festive tables in many cultures.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the crostini on a large wooden board or a light platter to make the colors stand out. Serve with small toothpicks or simply as finger food. Pair with wine: sparkling Prosecco or a light, aromatic Sauvignon Blanc will enhance the acidity of the pomegranate and the creaminess of the goat cheese.

🥡 Storage

Store separately: baked beet slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; crostini in a paper container at room temperature for up to 24 hours (to maintain crispness). Do not store assembled sandwiches for longer than 2 hours — they will lose their crunch. Store the balsamic reduction in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in a sealed bottle.

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