Crostini with Spicy Green Olivada

Crostini is an Italian appetizer that originated in Tuscany. It is typically made with toasted bread topped with various spreads or toppings.

This is vegan, gluten free and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Crostini with Spicy Green Olivada

Cooking Method: Blending, Toasting Cuisine: Italian Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Quick Meals Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 slice Baguette
• 1 cup Green olives
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices.
2. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil. Toast in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
3. In a blender or food processor, combine the green olives, basil leaves, garlic cloves, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
4. Once the crostini slices are done, let them cool slightly. Spread a generous amount of the spicy green olivada on each slice.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 14g5%

Sugars 1g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.