Breakfast Crostini

A Breakfast Crostini is the answer to which. These little open-faced bites are packed with flavour, colour, and a wonderful variety of textures. They’re simple to make, fun to assemble, and ideal for when you want something just a bit different from your usual toast and eggs.

The base of each crostini is a slice of wholemeal baguette — sturdy, wholesome, and slightly nutty in flavour. Wholemeal bread is not only more filling than white bread, but it also brings extra fibre to your breakfast, helping to keep you energised throughout the morning.

What makes these crostini truly special is the choice of toppings. There’s a delicious mix of both vegetables and protein, giving you a balanced start to your day. Sliced cherry tomatoes add juiciness and a pop of sweetness, while red peppers bring crunch and a mild, fresh flavour. Mushrooms offer a lovely earthiness that pairs beautifully with eggs and cheese.

Speaking of eggs — scrambled eggs make an appearance here, soft and creamy, adding a comforting touch to the dish. They’re also a great source of protein and work well with almost any topping you choose. Alongside the eggs, you’ll find thin strips of lean ham for a savoury, meaty boost, and cooked spinach which provides both colour and a gentle, slightly bitter note that complements the other ingredients perfectly.

For a final flourish, finely sliced spring onions are sprinkled on top, adding a mild onion kick and a bit of crunch. Then, a light handful of reduced-fat mature Cheddar cheese is scattered over each piece, giving that rich, melty finish that holds all the toppings together once grilled.

One of the joys of Breakfast Crostini is their versatility. You can make a few of each type to create a vibrant tray of mixed flavours. Whether you’re feeding family, hosting a brunch, or simply treating yourself, they’re easy to put together and impressive to serve. Best of all, they take very little time — toast the bread, top with your ingredients, sprinkle with cheese, grill, and enjoy.

With such a variety of wholesome ingredients, Breakfast Crostini is more than just a treat — it’s a smart, delicious way to kickstart your day.

Breakfast Crostini

Breakfast Crostini is a colourful and wholesome morning dish made with toasted wholemeal baguette slices topped with a variety of fresh ingredients like scrambled eggs, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, ham, spinach, and cheese. Each crostini offers a different flavour combination, making it a fun and satisfying way to enjoy a balanced breakfast. Lightly grilled until the cheese melts and begins to brown, they’re perfect for a quick yet impressive start to the day.

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Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Baguette, Bread, Crostini, Diabetic, Eggs, Ham, Vegetables

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 People

Calories: 155kcal

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Ingredients

 

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• 300 g baguette cut into 16 slices (approx. 1.5cm thick)
• 8 large cherry tomatoes sliced
• 1 medium red pepper thinly sliced
• 4 large mushrooms sliced
• 1 slice ham cut into strips
• 70 g spinach cooked water squeezed out
• 2 medium spring onions finely sliced
• 2 large eggs free range scrambled
• 75 g mature Cheddar reduced-fat finely grated

Instructions

• Prepare all your ingredients and assemble a selection of toppings.
• Lay the slices of bread on a grill pan and toast one side, then remove from the grill and turn the bread over.
  300 g baguette
• Arrange all the toppings on the bread, to create a selection of different crostini.
  8 large cherry tomatoes, 1 medium red pepper, 4 large mushrooms, 1 slice ham, 70 g spinach, 2 medium spring onions, 2 large eggs
• Make a few of each type. It doesn’t matter if the toppings overlap a little.
• Sprinkle each crostini with a little grated Cheddar.
  75 g mature Cheddar
• Grill until starting to brown and serve.

Notes

As you’re only flashing things under the grill, you’ll need to pre-cook most vegetables, such as mushrooms or sweet peppers. Then, it’s just a matter of assembling the breakfast crostini and grilling for a few minutes.

This recipe is really easy to adapt – we’ve suggested toppings, but you can choose your favourites or use up what you have in the fridge.

Crostini are great for using up stale bread. You can use most breads apart from pre sliced because you need a thick slice with a crust.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 397mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3136IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 2mg