Tartines de Tapenade

Tartines de Tapenade are a vibrant and flavorful French dish that combines the richness of olive tapenade with crunchy bread, perfect for a healthy BBQ. This dish brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your table, offering a delightful taste and texture experience.

Ingredients

• Whole grain baguette - 1
• Black olives - 100 grams
• Green olives - 50 grams
• Capers - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh arugula - 50 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or BBQ to medium heat.
2. Slice the whole grain baguette into 1 cm thick slices.
3. Grill the baguette slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are toasted and have grill marks.
4. In a food processor, combine black olives, green olives, capers, garlic, thyme, olive oil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth but slightly chunky.
5. Spread the tapenade generously over the grilled baguette slices.
6. Top each tartine with a handful of fresh arugula and halved cherry tomatoes.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy as a healthy BBQ appetizer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber due to whole grain bread and vegetables, aiding digestion.

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