Crostini with Kalamata Tomatoes
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Servings: 4
Serving Size: 3 slices crostini
Preparation Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Stand Time:10 minutes
Ingredients
4 ounces baguette bread, cut in 12 slices (about 1/4 inch thick)
1 small tomato, finely chopped
9 small kalamata olives, pitted and finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Cooking Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and bake 10 minutes or until just golden on the edges. Remove from the heat and cool completely.
Meanwhile, stir the remaining ingredients together in a small bowl. Spread 1 tablespoon of the mixture on each bread slice.
Cook’s Tip: For a thicker topping, drain the tomato mixture before spreading it on the bread.
Exchanges & Choices
Serving Size
3 slices crostini
Calories
90
Calories from Fat
15
Total Fat
2g
Saturated Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
236mg
Total Carbohydrate
16g
Dietary Fiber
1g
Sugars
1g
Protein
3g
Exchanges 1 Starch