Creamy, Garlicky Beet Crostini Recipe (video)

20 prep + 1 cook

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Creamy, garlicky beet crostini - an easy and delicious Ukrainian appetizer! You'll love this delicious beet appetizer recipe!

Prepare the beets first. Leave the peel on when cooking them!
Roasting Method: preheat your oven to 425F. Wash the beets first, then place onto pieces of foil. Season the beets with oil, salt and pepper, then wrap tightly with foil. Bake the beets for 45 minutes to an hour, until fork tender. Allow the beets to cool before handling.
Boiling Method: Place washed beets into a large pot filled with salted water. Make sure the beets are completely submerged. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to a medium and cook the beets until they’re fork tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Cool first before handling.

First, use a paring knife to peel the beets. Using a coarse cheese grater, grate the beets into a large bowl.
Next, use a garlic press or zester and add the garlic to the beets. Add in the mayonnaise, season with salt and pepper to taste, and add the chopped fresh dill.
Mix everything together and the spread is ready.

Slice the baguette on a slight diagonal for longer pieces of bread. Spread the bread onto a baking sheet and toast in the oven with the broiler on ‘high’.
Use a small spoon and top each piece of toasted baguette with a generous amount of the beet spread.
Garnish the beet crostini with fresh dill and crumbled goat cheese. The cheese is optional. You can also spread the goat cheese onto the bread before adding the beet spread.

Once the beet crostini is assembled, you can enjoy them right away. You can also enjoy the spread as a salad.
Need the appetizer for later? You can make the beet spread up to 2 days in advance and keep it refrigerated. When ready to enjoy, toast the bread, add the spread and serve.