You may not think to combine salmon and grapefruit, but the flavors work well together, especially when paired with the creamy cheese base.

Smoked Salmon and Grapefruit Crostini

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces smoked salmon
• 1/2 cup grapefruit, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 ounces mascarpone, softened
• 1/2 bunch fresh thyme, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 baguettes, sliced into 1/4″ pieces

Slice salmon into 3/4-1″ pieces and set aside. In a small bowl, whip the cream cheese and mascarpone together; stir in chopped thyme. In a separate bowl, toss grapefruit with chipotle powder.

Brush bread slices with olive oil and toast or broil both sides until crisp. Cool. Spread toasts with cheese. Divide salmon evenly among toasts, piling loosely. Top with grapefruit and a few capers. Serve immediately.

Makes 18-24 pieces; serves 6-8 as an appetizer.