Spinach Almond Crostini (Food Network Kitchens) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
1 pound fresh spinach, washed, dried, and stemmed |
1 clove garlic |
3/4 cup sour cream |
1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds, plus more for garnish |
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley |
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme |
1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
kosher salt |
zest and juice of 1/2 a lemon |
toasted baguette slices, for serving |
Directions:
1. 1. In a steamer basket set over 1 inch of simmering water, steam the spinach until wilted, a few minutes. Remove the spinach and drain well.
2. 2. Put the spinach and garlic in a food processor and pulse until smooth. Add in the sour cream, almonds, parsley, thyme, chives, cayenne, and season with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Pulse until combined. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
3. 3. Spread the spinach mixture on the toasted bread, sprinkle with additional chopped almonds, and serve.
4. Calories: 206
5. Total Fat: 8 grams
6. Saturated Fat: 4 grams
7. Total Carbohydrates: 26 grams
8. Protein: 7 grams
9. Sodium: 477 milligrams
10. Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
11. Fiber: 5 grams
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