Mediterranean Diet Bread with Butter and Red Caviar
Elevate your appetizer game with this Mediterranean Diet Bread with Butter and Red Caviar—a luxurious yet approachable recipe that combines wholesome, homemade bread with the indulgent flavors of red caviar. Crafted with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, olive oil, and a touch of yeast, this quick-rise bread boasts a soft interior and golden crust, perfect for pairing with velvety butter. Each slice is transformed into a savory masterpiece with the addition of rich, briny red caviar, accented by a sprinkle of fresh thyme for a bright, herbal finish. Ready in under two hours, this recipe is ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or as a sophisticated starter that embodies Mediterranean-inspired simplicity and elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Whole wheat flour
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 200 milliliters Warm water
- 50 milliliters Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 100 grams Unsalted butter, room temperature
- 100 grams Red caviar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix the ingredients together until a dough begins to form. You may need to use your hands to bring it together.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a round or oval loaf. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Let the dough rest for another 15 minutes before placing it in the oven.
Bake the bread for about 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Let the bread cool on a wire rack.
Slice the cooled bread into approximately 1 cm thick slices.
Spread a generous layer of unsalted butter over each slice.
Top with a tablespoon of red caviar and garnish with fresh thyme leaves if using.
Serve immediately as a delightful starter or accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2659 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.3 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.8 g | 319% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 806 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 3893 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.7 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.5 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.0 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 1466 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
