Herb Bulgur Crostini

Bulgur-Herb Crostini Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Yield: 12 slices

Description:

This delightful Bulgur-Herb Crostini recipe is sourced from the “Vegetarian Times Complete Cookbook” and promises a burst of flavors in every bite. Loaded with fiber and bursting with the goodness of herbs and olives, this toast spread is perfect for breakfast or as a satisfying snack.

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
1/3 cup	Bulgur
2/3 cup	Water
1 1/3 cup	Tomato juice
2	Flat leaf parsley
2	Fresh basil
1/2 cup	Black olives
2 tbsp	Capers
1	Ginger
2 tbsp	Fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tbsp	Olive oil
12 slices	Bread (1/2″ thick, diagonally cut)

Instructions:

Prepare Bulgur:
- Toast the bulgur in a dry saucepan until it darkens.
- Add 2/3 cup juice or water and bring to a boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit until the liquid is absorbed (about 10 minutes).
Prepare Herb-Olive Paste:
- In a food processor, combine the remaining 1 1/3 cups of tomato juice, flat leaf parsley, fresh basil, black olives, capers, and ginger. Process to a smooth paste.
- Transfer the paste to a mixing bowl.
Combine Ingredients:
- Drain off any excess liquid from the bulgur and stir the bulgur into the olive mixture.
- Mix in the fresh lemon juice and olive oil.
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare Bread Slices:
- Cut the bread into 12 slices, each about 1/2″ thick, diagonally.
Toast Bread:
- Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and bake until lightly browned on both sides.
Assemble Crostini:
- Spread the prepared bulgur-herb mixture generously onto each toasted bread slice.
Serve:
- Serve the Bulgur-Herb Crostini immediately for the best flavor experience.
Storage:
- Any leftover spread can be stored in the refrigerator for a day or two, although it’s best enjoyed fresh.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 257.4
Total Fat: 7.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 498.4mg
Total Carbohydrates: 41.9g
- Dietary Fiber: 7.1g
- Sugar: 4.3g
Protein: 8.5g

Recipe Notes:

For added variety, you can experiment with different types of bread, such as whole grain or sourdough.
Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice and olive oil according to your taste preferences.
This versatile spread can also be enjoyed on crackers or as a sandwich filling.
To make this recipe gluten-free, simply substitute the bread with gluten-free alternatives.
Don’t forget to garnish with additional fresh herbs for an extra pop of color and flavor! 🌿🍞