MEDITERRANEAN CROSTINI

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In this recipe, toast rounds are topped twice, first with a garlicky chickpea spread, then with an olive relish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
8 large pitted green olives, cut into 1/8-inch slivers
2 tablespoons finely diced celery, plus celery leaves for garnish
12 slices (1/3 inch thick) baguette, toasted

Steps:

  • Make spread: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, 1/4 cup oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Pulse to form a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Make relish: In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon oil, olives, and celery. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Divide chickpea spread evenly among toasts, and top with olive relish. Drizzle with remaining tablespoon oil; season with pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with celery leaves.

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