Crostini with tuna

4 servings

15 minutes

Tuna crostini is an exquisite Italian dish that embodies the simplicity and elegance of Mediterranean cuisine. Crostini originated as a way to use leftover bread, turning it into a crispy base for various toppings. In this version, tuna infused with the freshness of lemon zest and the tanginess of capers creates a delicate paste with rich flavor. The mild sharpness of onion and aromatic garlic add depth, while olive oil completes the composition with silkiness. Tuna crostini are perfect as a refined appetizer with a glass of white wine or as part of a light summer dinner. They are served hot, revealing the full range of flavor nuances and making each bite unique.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 184.9
• Proteins: 8.9g
• Fats: 15.5g
• Carbohydrates: 2.6g

Ingredients

• Canned tuna in its own juice: 160 g
• Lemon: 1 pc
• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Onion: 0.5 pc
• Capers: 1 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Grate the lemon zest, combine it with the tuna, and mix in a food processor until a smooth paste forms. Add oil and whip again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 1 piece
   • Canned tuna in its own juice: 160 g
   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons

2. Finely chop the onion and mix it with the pasta and capers, season with pepper. Serve on hot toasted bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 0.5 piece
   • Capers: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste