Greek Crostini
These Greek Crostini are a vibrant, protein-packed appetizer with creamy chickpeas, fresh herbs, and crunchy toasted baguette slices. Perfect for quick snacks or entertaining!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Knife
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 medium garlic clove minced
- 8 large pitted green olives or kalamata olives chopped finely
- 2 tablespoons celery finely diced
- 1 12-ounce baguette sliced into 12 pieces
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chickpea Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, minced garlic, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Using a fork or potato masher, gently mash the chickpeas until they reach a chunky consistency. You want some texture, so don’t over-mash them!
Add the Olives and Celery
- Fold in the finely chopped olives and diced celery into the chickpea mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring the flavors are well balanced.
Toast the Baguette Slices
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake for about 5-7 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Assemble the Crostini
- Once the baguette slices are toasted, remove them from the oven. Spoon the chickpea mixture generously onto each slice, making sure to get a good amount of the olives and celery on top.
Serve and Enjoy
- Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and garnish with additional olive oil drizzle or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately and watch them disappear!
Notes
- Aim for a chunky chickpea mash to keep texture and avoid a paste-like consistency.
- Toast the baguette slices until golden brown to prevent sogginess.
- Store chickpea mixture separately from toasted baguette slices to maintain crispness.
- Try adding feta cheese or diced tomatoes for tasty variations.
- Use gluten-free bread to make this recipe gluten-free.