The Smiling Olive Blog — Appetizer

Wild Smoked Salmon & Avocado Crostini with Olio Nuovo Favolosa

Appetizer Dairy-Free Olive Oil Savory Vegetables

Wild Smoked Salmon & Avocado Crostini with Olio Nuovo Favolosa

Ingredients 1 Fresh, Sweet Baguette, sliced into 1/2" slices on the diagonal 12 oz. Thinly Sliced Wild Smoked Salmon 3 Ripe Avocados, sliced thin 1 Small Red Onion, sliced very thin 1 Large Garlic Clove cut in half 2 Tablespoons Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice 1/3 Cup +2 Tablespoons any "The Smiling Olive" Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Try Arbequina, Coratina, or Picual) Pinch of Sea Salt Fresh Ground Pepper 1/4 Cup Flat Leaf Parsley, coarsely chopped Directions Whisk two tablespoons of lemon juice with 1/3 cup of olive oil and sea salt in a small bowl. Add the thinly sliced onions and...

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Eggplant Bruschetta

Appetizer Dairy-Free Olive Oil Savory Vegan Vegetables Vegetarian

Ingredients 1 Eggplant, Peeled, Medium Diced 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt, Plus More for Seasoning 1 Teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper, Plus More for Seasoning 4 Tablespoons of any Olive Oil from The Smiling Olive (Try Arbequina, Coratina or Piqual) 1 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional) 3 Tablespoons Minced Garlic 1 Onion, Medium Dice 1/2 Cup Pitted and Halved Kalamata Olives 1/4 Cup Drained Capers 3/4 Cup Diced Roasted Red Peppers 2 Tablespoons Champagne Vinegar 2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley Leaves 2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Oregano Leaves Pinch Smoky Paprika 1 French Baguette, Sliced on Bias Directions Preheat the oven to 450...

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Traditional Bruschetta

Appetizer Balsamic Cheese Olive Oil Savory Vegetarian

Ingredients 4 Tablespoons Garlic Olive Oil 4 tablespoons Butter Olive Oil Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced 1 Pint Red Grape Tomatoes, Halved Lengthwise 1 Pint Yellow Grape Tomatoes, Halved Lengthwise 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar (Try Traditional or A-Premium) 16 Whole Fresh Basil Leaves, plus more as needed. Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper 1 Whole Baguette or Crusty Loaf Directions Add the red and yellow tomatoes, balsamic and basil to a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add the Garlic Olive Oil. Toss to combine, then taste and add more basil or salt, if needed. Cover and refrigerate for an hour...

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White Bean Bruschetta

Appetizer Balsamic Dairy-Free Harissa Olive Oil Savory Vegan

Ingredients 1 Cup Cooked Canellini Beans, 4 Tablespoons Harissa Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Black Olive Paste, 2 Tablespoons Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, 1/2 Teaspoon Fresh Rosemary 2 Tablespoons Basil Leaves, cut in narrow ribbons 1 Garlic Clove, thinly sliced Salt and Pepper (To Taste) 4 (1-inch) Thick Slices Baguette, grilled Directions Preheat grill pan or broiler. In a bowl, gently combine the beans, black olive paste, Harissa Olive Oil, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, basil and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture sit for a half an hour or so. Toast bread under the broiler, or on a...

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