Description
Elevate your appetizer game with these flavorful Wild Planet Lemon Caper Sardines Pâté Crostini. Creamy sardine pâté with a zesty kick, served on crispy baguette slices, makes for a perfect party snack or a sophisticated starter.
Ingredients
For the Sardine Pâté:
- 1 can Wild Planet Lemon Caper Sardines (drained)
- 3 tbsp cream cheese or Greek yogurt (for a lighter option)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp capers (extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (plus zest, optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional for heat)
For the Crostini:
- 1 small baguette, sliced into 12 pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- Optional: garlic clove for rubbing
Instructions
- Prepare the Crostini – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking tray and brush each side lightly with olive oil. Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. For extra flavor, rub each crostini with a peeled garlic clove while still warm.
- Make the Sardine Pâté – In a mixing bowl, combine sardines, cream cheese or yogurt, olive oil, mustard, capers, lemon juice, and herbs. Mash with a fork or blend with an immersion blender until smooth or slightly chunky, based on your texture preference. Taste and adjust seasoning with black pepper, more lemon juice, or a pinch of chili flakes for added depth. Transfer to a bowl and chill briefly to allow flavors to meld.
- Assemble the Crostini – Spread a generous spoonful of sardine pâté on each toasted crostini. Garnish with a few extra capers, fresh herbs, lemon zest, or a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately while crostini are still crisp.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
