Crostini di Acciughe

Crostini di Acciughe is a delightful Italian appetizer featuring crisp bread topped with savory anchovies and a zesty garlic-infused spread. This low-carb seafood dish offers a burst of flavor with every bite, perfect for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Baguette (or low-carb bread) - 100g
• Anchovy fillets in olive oil - 100g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the baguette into 1 cm thick slices and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Brush both sides of the bread slices with olive oil.
4. Toast the bread in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until golden and crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, and black pepper to create a garlic-parsley spread.
6. Once the bread is toasted, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
7. Spread a generous amount of the garlic-parsley mixture on each slice of toasted bread.
8. Top each slice with 1-2 anchovy fillets.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from anchovies, promoting heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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