Feta and Kalamata Olive Bruschetta
Serves 8
Time 25 min
This appetizer is perfect to serve on plates or to pass around at your next party. It goes beautifully with red or sparkling wine.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 8 slices peasant or country bread
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 ounces feta cheese, cut into slices
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or oregano
Method
Prepare a grill for medium heat cooking.
Grill bread on both sides until toasted, working in batches if necessary. (Use a toaster instead, if desired.)
Rub all over with garlic while still hot.
Drizzle bread on one side with oil, then top each piece with a slice of feta, a sprinkling of olives and a little pepper.
Garnish with basil and serve.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 220 calories (100 from fat), 11g total fat, 4g saturated fat, 20mg cholesterol, 510mg sodium, 22g carbohydrates (2g dietary fiber, 4g sugar), 7g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 8 slices peasant or country bread
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 ounces feta cheese, cut into slices
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or oregano