Tomato and Olive Tapenade Bruschetta
Crisp toasted baguette topped with a savory Kalamata olive tapenade, fresh tomato, basil, capers, and lemon.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C and set out a baking sheet.
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Step 2
Arrange the baguette slices on the baking sheet and brush them with 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil.
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Step 3
Bake until crisp and lightly golden, turning the slices halfway through.
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Step 4
Rub the warm toast with half of the garlic, then let it cool slightly.
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Step 5
Place the olives, capers, remaining garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper in a food processor. Pulse to form a coarse tapenade.
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Step 6
Combine the tomato, basil, and salt in a mixing bowl. Fold in the prepared tapenade.
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Step 7
Spoon the tomato and olive topping over the toasted baguette and serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Wash and dry the produce before preparation. Refrigerate unused topping at 4°C or below within 2 hours and use it within 3 days; store it separately from the toast.
Risk factors
- Raw tomato and basil require washing.
- Prepared topping can spoil if held too long at room temperature.