Crostini con Pomodori Secchi

Crostini con Pomodori Secchi is a delightful Italian snack featuring crispy toasted bread topped with savory sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for sharing and brings a touch of Mediterranean flavor to your table.

Ingredients

• Baguette - 1 small (about 250g)
• Sun-dried tomatoes in oil - 100g, drained and chopped
• Fresh basil leaves - 10g, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the baguette into 1 cm thick slices and lay them on a baking sheet.
3. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil on both sides.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
6. Once the crostini are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
7. Top each crostini with the sun-dried tomato mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
8. Serve immediately as a delicious snack or appetizer.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 420 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from sun-dried tomatoes and basil.
• Provides healthy fats from olive oil.

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