Garlic and Herb Infused Bruschetta with Capers and Anchovy Drizzle

Ingredients

- 1 loaf crusty bread, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- Sea salt, to taste
- Fresh ground pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste or 3 anchovy fillets, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

1. Prepare the Bread:
- Arrange the sliced crusty bread on a serving platter in a single layer.

2. Make the Garlic and Herb Mix:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, capers, dried oregano, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, sea salt, fresh ground pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.

3. Blend Aromatic Oil:
- In another bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil with the prepared garlic and herb mix until well combined.

4. Prepare the Anchovy Drizzle:
- In a small bowl, combine the anchovy paste (or minced anchovies) with balsamic vinegar and whisk until emulsified.

5. Assemble the Bruschetta:
- Drizzle or brush the garlic and herb-infused olive oil mixture generously over each bread slice, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top.

6. Final Touches:
- Finish by lightly drizzling each slice with the anchovy-balsamic mixture.

7. Serve:
- Garnish the bruschetta with additional fresh thyme leaves for an extra touch of freshness.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Bruschetta, Anchovy, Appetizer, Easy Snack, Capers, Garlic, Herb, Parmesan Cheese, No-Cook Recipe, Mediterranean

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

750 calories

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