SPINACH TAPENADE CROSTINI

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An updated version on the famous Provencal appetizer. Fresh vegetables such as peppers, cucumber slices, fennel pieces can also be served with this spread. This is also excellent as a condiment or as an accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 16-20 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 nuggets europe's best chef's spinach, frozen
3/4 cup black olives or 3/4 cup green olives, pitted
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 anchovy fillets, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup sweet red pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
16 -20 slices baguette, toasted (1/2-inch thick)

Steps:

  • Cook spinach according to package directions. Drain and squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Place olives, garlic, anchovies, and capers in food processor. Process until finely chopped. Add spinach, lemon juice and olive oil and process until mixture is smooth. Remove from processor and stir in basil and peppers.
  • Serve tapenade with toasted bread.
  • MAKE AHEAD: Tapenade can be prepared, cover and refrigerated up to one day ahead, Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • TIPS: Good quality pitted olives are available in many supermarkets and specialty food shops. If unavailable, select good flavored olives and pit. To pit, tap firmly with a small saucepan or meat pounder to open the flesh, and then remove the pit.

rAjpoOT bhAtTi
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


dhirendra shahi
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the spinach tapenade.


osorjin odontsagaan
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious snack. I love that it's made with spinach, which is a good source of vitamins and minerals.


MrCheese Cheese
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I'm always looking for new and easy appetizer recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Aswar Aswar
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and flavorful dish.


Kedinetse Khetse
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This is one of my favorite appetizers to make. It's so easy and always a hit with my guests.


Betty naguti
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.


Kimmy Lewis
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Nazanin Sarwari
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this tapenade. It's creamy and flavorful, and the crostini are the perfect crispy compliment.


sylvia salinas
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This recipe is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. My kids love it!


Engezo Adamu's
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I love the vibrant green color of the spinach tapenade. It makes it so visually appealing.


Romeo Baidullah
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


William Cashaw
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I made this for my friends and they loved it! They said it was the best tapenade they've ever had.


Shifrah Lubega
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I always have a bunch of spinach in my fridge, so this is a great way to use it up.


Umar Sahil
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I love the combination of spinach, artichoke, and feta in this tapenade. It's so creamy and flavorful.


M Kamal
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The spinach tapenade was creamy and flavorful, and the crostini were crispy and golden brown.


Hum nath Dhakal
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. The tapenade is also delicious served on crackers or bread.


Joel Kelo
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the spinach tapenade.


Kirsty Healing
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Wow, this spinach tapenade crostini is a real winner! The flavors are so well-balanced, and the crostini are the perfect crispy vessel for the creamy, flavorful spread.