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Crostini with Roast Beef and Salsa Fresca

by Jerry on August 5, 2011

Crostini with Roast Beef and Pico de Gallo

Are you looking for a dish that is quick, light and packed with flavor?  How about one that can be cooked on the grill so you don’t have to heat up the house? What if I told you that it can be served as an appetizer or as the main course… Would you be interested?

This is one of those cases where less really is more. Each component stands on its own but also blends into a harmonious whole that somehow becomes something new. Something special. Yes, it’s just beef, salsa and garlic rubbed toast, but it’s better than that. It’s more complete.

In a pinch this can be put together in minutes from the grill or grill pan.  You don’t really need slow roasted chuck.  A flank steak or skirt steak cooked to just barely medium will serve perfectly well here.  Bread toasted on the grill will work perfectly fine as well. If served on single pieces of crostini, it’s perfect finger food. Just grab one and go, no plate or utensils required.

If you want to go Gluten free here, either use gluten free bread or just toast up some quartered corn tortillas.

What are your go to summer dishes? What do you crave when the temperature rises? Are you the summer salad type or do you crave spicy foods to help beat the heat?  let us know!

And before we share this recipe with you, we’ll give you a final look. We know you wanted one.

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