Description
A crispy, creamy appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with a rich, lemony artichoke and Parmesan mixture. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped artichoke hearts, garlic, Parmesan, mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Arrange the baguette slices on the baking sheet. Optionally brush with olive oil.
- Spoon a generous amount of the artichoke mixture onto each slice of bread.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the bread is golden and the topping is warmed through.
- Optionally broil for 1 to 2 minutes to lightly brown the top.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and a crack of black pepper.
Notes
- Toast the baguette ahead of time to save prep minutes later.
- Use high-quality Parmesan for a richer flavor.
- Let the topping chill for 10 minutes to enhance flavor blending.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-2 slices
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: artichoke bruschetta, easy appetizer, vegetarian starter, Mediterranean snack, party food