Canapés de Azeitona

Canapés de Azeitona are delightful Brazilian appetizers featuring a savory olive tapenade spread atop crispy bread. This healthy dish is perfect for entertaining or as a light snack, bursting with flavors and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Whole grain bread - 4 slices
• Green olives (pitted) - 100 grams
• Black olives (pitted) - 50 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Capers - 1 tablespoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 4, halved
• Feta cheese - 30 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Toast the whole grain bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown and crispy.
2. In a food processor, combine the green olives, black olives, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and capers. Blend until a chunky paste forms.
3. Spread the olive tapenade generously over each slice of toasted bread.
4. Top each canapé with a halved cherry tomato and a sprinkle of feta cheese if desired.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy your Canapés de Azeitona!

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil which support heart health.
• High in dietary fiber from whole grain bread, aiding digestion.

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