Olive Bruschetta
A simple, flavorful appetizer featuring a mix of olives, tomatoes, and herbs served on toasted slices of rustic bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 180cal
Carbohydrate: 18g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
15 min Prep
10 min Cook
25 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup of mixed olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 8 slices of rustic bread (such as ciabatta or baguette)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will help toast the bread perfectly, resulting in a crispy base for your toppings.
- Using a knife, carefully chop the olives and tomatoes into small pieces and transfer them into a mixing bowl. This will make the mixture easy to spread on the bread later.
- Add the minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and chopped fresh basil to the bowl. Stir until everything is well combined. Tips: For extra flavor, let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the olive and tomato mixture with salt and pepper to your preference. Remember, the olives can be quite salty, so taste before adding more salt.
- Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet. If you like your bread extra crispy, you can brush a little olive oil on each slice before toasting.
- Toast the bread in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the bread is crispy. Keep an eye on your bread to ensure it doesn’t burn.
- Once the bread is toasted, carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the bread cool slightly to make handling easier and to prevent the toppings from becoming too hot.
- Spoon a generous amount of the olive and tomato topping onto each slice of toasted bread. Serve immediately for the best texture.
