Savory Radicchio and Prosciutto Crostini Topped with Sweet Syrupy Sapa

Health score
7%
Savory Radicchio and Prosciutto Crostini Topped with Sweet Syrupy Sapa
45 min.
4
114kcal
22.26%sweetness
100%saltiness
45.45%sourness
85.31%bitterness
42.49%savoriness
49.76%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

This savory and sweet crostini is the perfect appetizer or snack. The combination of radicchio and prosciutto is a match made in heaven, and when topped with a drizzle of sweet and syrupy sapa, it takes this dish to the next level. This recipe is a unique and elegant twist on the classic Italian crostini, and it's sure to impress your guests.

The radicchio adds a slight bitterness that pairs perfectly with the salty prosciutto. By cooking the radicchio slowly, you can mellow out its bitterness and create a soft and tender texture that melts in your mouth. The prosciutto adds a savory depth of flavor, and rendering its fat slowly ensures a juicy and tender bite.

But the real star of this dish is the sapa, a sweet syrup made from balsamic vinegar and honey. Drizzled over the crostini, it adds a touch of sweetness that balances the savory and bitter notes of the radicchio and prosciutto. It's the perfect finishing touch that brings all the flavors together.

This crostini is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. It's a good source of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, providing a well-rounded snack or appetizer. So, impress your guests or treat yourself to this savory and sweet crostini—it's sure to satisfy your cravings and keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients

  • servings bread 
  • clove garlic 
  •  olive oil 
  • slices pancetta 
  • Head radicchio thinly 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • slices optional - few of cheese - we use sheep's milk soft (pecorino)
  • can balsamic vinegar with a tiny bit of honey

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a pan, heat the olive oil on low heat, add in the clove of garlic. Cook until lightly brown on all sides.Turn up the heat, rough chop your head of radicchio, removing the core and cook down for a couple of minutes until the radicchio wilts.Turn the heat down, chop up your prosciutto or bacon and add to the pan. You want to render the fat of this slowly - if you have the heat too high, the pork will crisp up & become chewy - you dont want this with the soft radicchio.Allow to cook until most of the moisture in the pan has cooked out. The radicchio & pork should still be soft. Season with salt & pepper.
  2. Remove the clove of garlic and drizzle over the sapa or balsamic & honey mixture. Check your seasonings.Toast the bread, top with a slice of pecorino then a spoonful of the mixture and serve immediately. Goes great with a glass of red wine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories114kcal
Protein15.88%
Fat26%
Carbs58.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.42
Glycemic Load
7.24
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.525217391304%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
88.89mg
Delphinidin
5.38mg
Luteolin
26.59mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
22.07mg

Taste

Sweetness:
22.26%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
45.45%
Bitterness:
85.31%
Savoriness:
42.49%
Fattiness:
49.76%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:113.71kcal
5.69%
Fat:3.34g
5.14%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.23%
Carbohydrates:16.79g
5.6%
Net Carbohydrates:15.02g
5.46%
Sugar:2.07g
2.3%
Cholesterol:2.86mg
0.95%
Sodium:371.15mg
16.14%
Protein:4.59g
9.17%
Vitamin K:180.04µg
171.47%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.21%
Folate:65.9µg
16.48%
Copper:0.28mg
14.22%
Selenium:9.64µg
13.77%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.26%
Vitamin B3:1.91mg
9.56%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.28%
Iron:1.44mg
8.01%
Potassium:262.29mg
7.49%
Phosphorus:71.92mg
7.19%
Vitamin C:5.89mg
7.14%
Fiber:1.77g
7.06%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.67%
Magnesium:21.33mg
5.33%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.26%
Calcium:51.28mg
5.13%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.6%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.47%
Source:Foodista