Roast Beef and Arugula Crostini with Olive-Red Pepper Relish

Health score
4%
Roast Beef and Arugula Crostini with Olive-Red Pepper Relish
45 min.
16
67kcal

Suggestions


Elevate your appetizer game with these delightful Roast Beef and Arugula Crostini topped with a vibrant Olive-Red Pepper Relish. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, these crostini make for an excellent starter at your next gathering or an impressive antipasti option at any dinner party.

The combination of tender, rare roast beef with the peppery bite of fresh arugula creates a harmony of tastes that is both sophisticated and satisfying. The creamy goat cheese adds a luscious texture, enhancing the overall experience of each bite. Meanwhile, the homemade relish, featuring briny black olives and sweet roasted red peppers, provides a bright, zesty contrast that ties all the elements together beautifully.

Ready in just 45 minutes, these easily assembled bites not only look stunning on a platter but also allow your guests to savor the distinct flavors that this dish offers. Each crostini is a miniature feast for the senses: the crunch of the toasted baguette, the richness of the goat cheese, and the freshness of the arugula and relish work in perfect harmony. Plus, with only 67 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or a formal event, Roast Beef and Arugula Crostini are sure to impress your guests. Try your hand at this recipe and watch as it quickly becomes a favorite!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby arugula 
  • 16.3 inch thick diagonal baguette toasted
  • 1.5 teaspoons thyme leaves dried
  • ounces goat cheese fresh
  • tablespoons slivered olives black pitted (such as Kalamata)
  • teaspoon red wine vinegar 
  • 16 slices rare roast beef very thin
  • tablespoons roasted peppers from jar red drained chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix red peppers, olives, thyme, and vinegar in small bowl for relish. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Reserve 2 tablespoons goat cheese for garnish.
  2. Spread remaining goat cheese on toasted baguette slices. Divide arugula among toasts. Fold roast beef slices to fit toasts; place atop arugula.
  3. Sprinkle beef slices lightly with salt and pepper. Top each with 1/3 teaspoon reserved goat cheese and small dollop of relish. Arrange crostini on platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories67kcal
Protein47.9%
Fat42.48%
Carbs9.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.48
Glycemic Load
0.86
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.7991304106039%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.62mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.1kcal
3.36%
Fat:3.17g
4.88%
Saturated Fat:1.68g
10.48%
Carbohydrates:1.62g
0.54%
Net Carbohydrates:1.42g
0.51%
Sugar:0.25g
0.27%
Cholesterol:20.04mg
6.68%
Sodium:531.86mg
23.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.05g
16.11%
Vitamin C:14.2mg
17.22%
Vitamin B3:2.26mg
11.32%
Calcium:100.05mg
10.01%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.21%
Phosphorus:80.92mg
8.09%
Zinc:1.13mg
7.55%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.2%
Iron:1.02mg
5.66%
Copper:0.1mg
4.76%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.66%
Selenium:2.6µg
3.71%
Vitamin K:3.8µg
3.62%
Vitamin A:157.44IU
3.15%
Potassium:96mg
2.74%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.41%
Magnesium:9.49mg
2.37%
Folate:8.84µg
2.21%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.19%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.63%
Source:Epicurious