I couldn’t let August go by without sharing one more fabulous recipe using my favorite summer vegetables. Zucchini and yellow summer squash. This crostini recipe is simple, quick and delicious. Great for a Labor Day party tray. Or simple appetizers before a meal at home.
It doesn’t get any easier than this.
And lately I’ve been obsessed with ricotta on crostini so we have the creamy factor covered. And I just love biting into the delicious, very lightly sautéed, zucchini and yellow summer squash. . and the tanginess and slight sweetness from the balsamic glaze! Altogether, this is pretty damn tasty. So, if you have some zucchini and summer squash on hand, you need to try this!
Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best!
I hope you enjoy!
Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Using small saucepan over medium heat, bring the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook until thickened, for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. The glaze should reduce to 1/2 cup. Set aside to cool before using.
Zucchini and Summer Squash Crostini
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; split
- 1 french baguette sliced
- 1 garlic clove peeled and left whole
- 1 medium sized zucchini sliced thin with a mandoline slicer
- 1 small to medium sized yellow summer squash sliced thin with a mandoline slicer
- salt and pepper
- fresh ricotta cheese
- balsamic glaze see recipe card above
Instructions
- Using a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium high heat. Add the baguette slices and cook until well toasted; for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan, rub one side of all the baguette slices with the garlic and set aside on a platter.
- Using the same nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini and summer squash slices and lightly sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes only, flipping them over halfway through. Season with salt and pepper to taste and remove from heat.
- To assemble: spread the ricotta cheese on each baguette and top with the zucchini and summer squash slices, alternating, if you desire. Drizzle on some balsamic glaze and serve immediately.
There’s something fabulous about foods served to you on a tray. I immediately think of finger foods. Delicious, pop-them-in-your-mouth-and-savor-each-bite kind of finger foods.
And today’s Sunday Supper is just that. We’re talking all tantalizing party tray foods! From savory bites to soup shooters to desserts, we’ve got you covered. So, take a look at all the recipes below and enjoy! Hoping you find some Labor Day menu inspiration! And a big thank you to Connie from The Foodie Army Wife for hosting today!
Savory Bites:
- Antipasto Skewers by Simply Gourmet
- Bite-Sized Meatballs by MealDiva
- BLT Bites by The Life and Loves of Grumpy’s Honeybunch
- BLT Canapes by Peaceful Cooking
- BLT Crostini with Basil Mayonnaise by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Blueberry Jam and Goat Cheese Crostini by Casa de Crews
- Brie and Tomato Bruschetta by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Cajun Deviled Eggs by Peanut Better and Peppers
- Charcuterie Board by Family Foodie
- Cheese-Filled Apple Rounds by eatingininstead
- Coquilles St. Jacques by Nosh My Way
- Crudite Platter with Copycat Hidden Valley Ranch Dip by Hot Momma’s Kitchen Chaos
- Crunchy Tuna Salad Boats by A Mama, Baby & Shar-pei in the Kitchen
- Cucumber Sandwiches by Momma’s Meals
- Feta Zucchini Bites by Curious Cuisiniere
- Gluten Free Thai Soup Shooters by Gluten Free Crumbley
- Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs by Eat, Drink and be Tracy
- Heirloom Caprese Salad by Shockingly Delicious
- Jalapeño Mac ‘n Cheese Bites by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- The Modern Relish Tray by An Appealing Plan
- Mostarda di Frutta by Rhubarb and Honey
- Pimento Cheese Stuffed Peppers by Magnolia Days
- Ploughman’s Platter for a Party by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Puff Pastry Cheese Sticks by Basic N Delicious
- Rye Party Puffs by Kudos Kitchen by Renee
- Southwestern Turkey Sliders by The Texan New Yorker
- Spinach and Mushroom Pizza Bites by The Dinner-Mom
- Tomato Basil Soup Shooters by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Zucchini and Summer Squash Crostini by Hip Foodie Mom
Sweet Treats:
- Alice in Wonderland Sugar Cookies by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Baked Lemon Glazed Mini Donuts by Killer Bunnies Inc.
- Chocolate Oreo Pocky Cupcakes, Cake, and Morello Cherry Buttercream by NinjaBaking
- French Silk Shooters by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- German Chocolate Brownie Bites by Wallflour Girl
- Mini Banana Nutella Cheesecake Parfaits (#glutenfree option) by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Raspberry Fools by The Foodie Army Wife
- Strawberry Shortcake Dessert Shooters by The Redhead Baker
- Vegan Caramel Truffles by What Smells So Good?
- White Chocolate Peanut Butter & Banana Bites by Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Witchy Chocolate Mousse with Culinary Fairy Dust by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
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Oh how I love summer squash and zucchini too. I’d be all over this tray. Wonderful flavor combo and so pretty too.
These look so good! Perfect for the last of the summer squash!
I could seriously make a meal out of these crostini! Love all the flavors and textures…plus your balsamic glaze with maple syrup sounds divine!!! Hope you’re enjoying your holiday weekend, Alice!
Mmmm love this crostini Alice! It simple perfection! Perfect for summer 🙂
This looks so fresh and delicious! I love having great simple recipes on hand! And this is so perfect for the last few days of summer1
Oh my, Alice. You do know how to combine flavors…Zukes and summer squash are almost daily fare for me…And I love ricotta, too. I’ll definitely have to try out your balsamic glaze with maple syrup, also….How about a cookbook Ms Hip Foodie Mom?
These look like the perfect way to end summer!
So, so pretty!
Summer veggies are the best and I am trying to hold on just a bit longer!!! These are just amazing. I love the simple glaze on them.
What a cool idea, thanks for sharing.
These sound fresh and tasty! Perfect for all of the end of summer zucchini flying around 🙂
oh. my. word. LOVE this!! this is a great way to enjoy squash and I can’t get enough of zucchini either!! I’m going to try the balsamic glaze too – sounds great! Thanks, Alice!
I’m always in search of a new way to use up my garden zucchini and these are perfect! Can’t wait to try your recipe!
These crostini are simple to make, yet so good! It proves again that simple seasonal foods are usually the best!
Such a simple recipe, but SO GOOD. This is what summer eating is all about!
You have taken my faves and made them even better. I adore zucchini and squash. This looks fantastic!
You had me at the balsamic recipe. We love it on everything. This sounds like a great way to use up our over abundance of squash from the garden.
I can’t get enough of summer veggies either and love the sound of this crostini! Simple and delicious dishes like this are my favorite 🙂 The balsamic glaze and maple syrup looks and sounds awesome!
It looks great and so easy, parfait for the last summer’s days 😉
I looove zucchini and squash. Your crostini looks gorgeous! Although I’m not surprised, you always put out such beautiful food!
What a great way to use all that extra zucchini!
This is such a perfect salute to Summer!
Alice, your crostini’s look ridiculously delicious, just a perfect for a light lunch!
I sooooo agree with you – sometimes simple is the best!!!! And this is such a perfect example of that! I’m LOVING the balsamic glaze and this is just perfect when you want to grab a quick bite on the go!
I love that you used yellow squash too! So pretty and delish!
These looks MAJORLY CUTE, Alice! I really, really love anything squash-related, so these crostini are right up my alley!