Olive Crostini
Brighten up your appetizer game with this irresistible Olive Crostini recipe—a Mediterranean-inspired delight that's perfect for entertaining or snacking! Crispy, golden-baked baguette slices are topped with a zesty olive tapenade made from a vibrant mix of pitted green and black olives, fresh parsley, garlic, and a hint of lemon juice. The addition of red pepper flakes provides an optional spicy kick, making this dish customizable to your taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing appetizer combines savory, briny flavors with a satisfying crunch, making it a quick and elegant option for gatherings or weeknight indulgence. Serve these Olive Crostini as a sophisticated finger food or pair them with a glass of wine for the ultimate Mediterranean experience! Perfect keywords: olive crostini recipe, easy Mediterranean appetizer, olive tapenade crostini.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup Pitted green olives
- 1 cup Pitted black olives
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices on a slight diagonal to create oval-shaped pieces.
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Brush both sides of each slice with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Bake the slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
In a food processor or blender, combine the green olives, black olives, garlic cloves, parsley, lemon juice, black pepper, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Pulse the mixture until coarsely chopped, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides. Do not over-process; the mixture should have a slightly chunky texture.
Taste the olive mixture and adjust seasoning if needed. Add red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the olive mixture onto each baguette slice.
Serve immediately as a delightful appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.1 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5280 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.8 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 67.0 mg | 372% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*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.
