Cheese Canapes

4 servings

100 minutes

Cheese canapés are a refined and aromatic dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of mozzarella with the piquancy of a marinade with herbs, garlic, and lemon, as well as the crunchy texture of whole grain bread. The origins of such canapés trace back to Mediterranean gastronomic traditions where fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs play a key role. Grilled, these miniature snacks acquire a light smoky hue that further enhances their flavor. They can be served as an appetizer at parties or as an accompaniment to fresh salads and crispy bread. They pair perfectly with white wine or light refreshing drinks, turning an ordinary meal into a true gastronomic celebration.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 426.4
• Proteins: 14.2g
• Fats: 29.6g
• Carbohydrates: 29.5g

Ingredients

• Whole wheat bread: 100 g
• Mozzarella cheese: 150 g
• Zucchini: 1 pc
• Cherry tomatoes: 12 pc
• Red sweet pepper: 1 kg
• Olive oil: 4 tbsp
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Green onions: 5 stem
• Red chili pepper: 3 g
• Coriander: 6 stem
• Mint leaves: 6 pc
• Lemon: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Making the marinade: Finely chop the herbs, chili, and garlic. Zest the lemons and add to the bowl with the chopped herbs and vegetables. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon in as well. Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 5 stem
   • Red chili pepper: 3 g
   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Lemon: 2 pieces
   • Olive oil: 4 tablespoons

2. Cut the mozzarella into large cubes (1.5-2 cm sides). Place in the marinade, gently mix, and leave in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 150 g

3. Cut the bread into cubes, 12 pieces

   Required ingredients:

   • Whole wheat bread: 100 g

4. Try to cut the pepper into 12 flat cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet pepper: 1 kg

5. Slice the zucchini into thin strips using a vegetable peeler (or cheese slicer), 12 pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Zucchini: 1 piece

6. We take long skewers or wooden shashlik sticks. We alternately skewer the vegetables: pepper, bread (previously dipped in marinade), fold zucchini like an accordion and skewer it, a cube of mozzarella carefully taken out of the marinade, and finish with a cherry tomato.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red sweet pepper: 1 kg
   • Whole wheat bread: 100 g
   • Zucchini: 1 piece
   • Mozzarella cheese: 150 g
   • Cherry tomatoes: 12 pieces

7. Place the canapés on the grill rack or baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil or brush with a culinary brush dipped in oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 4 tablespoons

8. Bake at 180° for 6-8 minutes.

9. We serve hot with bread and salads.

   Required ingredients:

   • Whole wheat bread: 100 g