Bacon California Avocado and Tomato Club

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Serves: 12

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24 Baguette Croutons (recipe follows) 2 1/2 each Fresh California Avocados* 1/2 tsp. lemon juice, fresh 4 slices crisp cooked bacon, cut into thin strips 1 cup micro sprouts or micro greens As needed Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (recipe follows) 1/4 cup basil pesto, thin consistency Baguette Croutons (Yield: 24 each) 24 thin slices of 2" diameter baguette As needed Melted butter, as needed Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (Yield: 1 batch) 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1 Tbsp. olive oil Lemon Aioli (Yield: 1/2 cup) 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp. lemon juice, fresh

Baguette Croutons:

  1. Brush one side of the baguette slices with melted butter.
  2. Bake at 375 degrees F until lightly toasted, about 15 minutes.  Cool.

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes:

  1. Slice tomatoes in half and toss with olive oil.
  2. Roast at 400 degrees F until lightly browned, about 15 – 20 minutes.  Cool.

Lemon Aioli:

  1. Mix together mayonnaise and fresh lemon juice.

Bacon California Avocado and Tomato Club:

  1. Coarsely mash the avocado and mix it with the fresh lemon juice.
  2. Top each crouton with 1 Tbsp. of the mashed avocado mixture.
  3. Top with 2 thin strips of bacon, micro sprouts, lemon aioli and roasted cherry tomatoes.
  4. Drizzle with pesto.  Serve immediately.
  5. Servings of 2 each

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe.  A large avocado averages about 8 ounces.  If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

It’s actually easy to create an avocado rose. If you are setting out a spread of appetizers, add a beautiful avocado rose to elevate the appeal. Or if you are looking for more casual appetizers try these California Avocado snack recipes.

As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados

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