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Cucumber Melon Caprese Crostini

Sliced cantaloupe and honey dew melon layered with Black River Honey Cheddar give this appetizer a fresh twist. Topped with watercress sprigs, mint, basil and drizzled with a champagne vinaigrette will make this your summer appetizer go to. Pair with a cucumber basil spritz cocktail.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250mL) Black River - Cheddar with Honey, shaved
  • 8 slices artisanal sourdough bread, ¼ inch thick
  • 1 cup (250mL) cantaloupe, 2-inch ribbons
  • 1 cup (250mL) honey dew melon, 2-inch ribbons
  • 1 cup (250mL) cucumber, 2-inch
  • ¼ cup (60mL) mint leaves, torn plus leaves for garnish
  • ¼ cup (60mL) basil leaves, torn plus leaves for garnish
  • ½ cup (125mL) watercress sprigs
  • 2 tbsp (30mL) champagne vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15mL) olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15mL) honey

Directions

  1. Place cast iron grill pan over high heat, working in batches, grill bread for 2 minutes each side. Cut bread slice in half and transfer to a serving platter or board.
  2. In a medium size bowl gently toss together, melon ribbons, cucumber ribbons, torn mint and torn basil.
  3. Divide melon salad on top of each bread slice. Top with a few pieces of shaved cheese. Garnish with watercress, mint and basil leaves.
  4. In a small bowl whisk together vinegar, olive oil and honey. Drizzle over toasts.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250mL) Black River - Cheddar with Honey, shaved
  • 8 slices artisanal sourdough bread, ¼ inch thick
  • 1 cup (250mL) cantaloupe, 2-inch ribbons
  • 1 cup (250mL) honey dew melon, 2-inch ribbons
  • 1 cup (250mL) cucumber, 2-inch
  • ¼ cup (60mL) mint leaves, torn plus leaves for garnish
  • ¼ cup (60mL) basil leaves, torn plus leaves for garnish
  • ½ cup (125mL) watercress sprigs
  • 2 tbsp (30mL) champagne vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15mL) olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15mL) honey