Serrano ham, olive, feta & rocket platter with homemade crostini

Health score
12%
Serrano ham, olive, feta & rocket platter with homemade crostini
35 min.
6
557kcal

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Are you ready to impress your guests with a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines rich flavors and simple elegance? This Serrano ham, olive, feta, and rocket platter with homemade crostini is the perfect choice for a leisurely lunch or a sophisticated dinner. In just 35 minutes, you can create an eye-catching spread that captivates the taste buds and invites a sense of sharing and celebration.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the artisanal sourdough bread, transformed into crispy, golden crostini that serve as the ideal canvas for the rest of the ingredients. The smoky, savory Serrano ham adds a luxurious touch, while the creamy feta cheese offers a delightful contrast. Black Greek olives bring a burst of briny goodness, and fresh rocket leaves provide a peppery bite that balances the richness of the dish.

What truly elevates this platter is the finishing drizzle of premium olive oil and a touch of good-quality honey, adding depth and a hint of sweetness to the savory ingredients. Perfect for entertaining or a casual family meal, this recipe not only satisfies the palate but also creates a visually stunning centerpiece on your table. Serve it with a side of laughter and good conversation, and watch as your guests savor every last bite!

Ingredients

  • loaf sourdough bread 
  • servings olive oil for drizzling
  • 18 slices serrano ham 
  • 200 best-quality feta cheese 
  • 40  greek olives black such as kalamata
  • handful rocket leaves 
  • tbsp honey 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. The crostini should be made no more than 15 mins in advance. Slice the bread about in thick and brush on some olive oil.
  2. Heat a griddle pan and grill the bread in batches until the outsides are crisp and attractively marked by the grill, and the insides are still soft.
  3. Drape the ham over the largest platter you have dont lay it flat, allow it to billow slightly. Break the feta by hand into irregular chunks about the size of a walnut, then dot over the ham. Randomly place the olives on the ham and carefully place the rocket leaves across the platter. Just before your guests tuck in, carefully drizzle over a little olive oil followed by the honey.
  4. Put the crostini on a separate platter or in a bowl, and serve alongside the salad at the table.

Nutrition Facts

Calories557kcal
Protein18.76%
Fat49.95%
Carbs31.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.96
Glycemic Load
32.08
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.579565245172%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
1.16mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:557.47kcal
27.87%
Fat:31.59g
48.6%
Saturated Fat:8.06g
50.41%
Carbohydrates:44.51g
14.84%
Net Carbohydrates:41.91g
15.24%
Sugar:6.57g
7.3%
Cholesterol:52.18mg
17.39%
Sodium:2076.71mg
90.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.7g
53.4%
Vitamin B1:0.59mg
39.63%
Selenium:26.87µg
38.39%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.87%
Folate:107.64µg
26.91%
Calcium:223.14mg
22.31%
Iron:3.95mg
21.92%
Vitamin E:3.26mg
21.77%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.92%
Vitamin B3:4.05mg
20.24%
Phosphorus:194.55mg
19.45%
Vitamin K:13.56µg
12.92%
Zinc:1.78mg
11.86%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.68%
Fiber:2.6g
10.41%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.39%
Magnesium:35.06mg
8.77%
Copper:0.16mg
8.06%
Vitamin A:324.57IU
6.49%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.98%
Potassium:134.46mg
3.84%