Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Olive Tapenade & Goat Cheese Sandwich featuring a tangy olive tapenade spread combined with creamy goat cheese on toasted baguette slices. Perfect for a quick lunch or appetizer, this Mediterranean-inspired sandwich blends briny olives, capers, and fresh herbs for a delightful savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich
- 1 large baguette (or ciabatta loaf)
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley) – optional
Olive Tapenade
- 1 cup mixed olives, pitted
- 2 tbsp capers
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Tapenade: In a food processor, combine the pitted mixed olives, capers, minced garlic, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil. Pulse the mixture until it is coarsely chopped, creating a chunky olive tapenade with a vibrant, briny flavor.
- Toast the Bread: Slice the large baguette into thick pieces and toast each slice lightly in a skillet over medium heat. Toast until the bread is golden brown and slightly crisp, enhancing the flavor and texture of the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread a generous layer of the olive tapenade on one side of each toasted bread slice. Then, top the tapenade with crumbled goat cheese. If desired, add fresh herbs such as basil or parsley for extra freshness and aroma. Press two slices together to form the sandwich.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sandwiches immediately while the bread is still warm and the goat cheese soft. These sandwiches make a perfect quick lunch or appetizer with a blend of tangy, salty, and creamy flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute the baguette with ciabatta or another crusty bread of your choice.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon juice to taste, depending on your preference for tanginess and pungency.
- Adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley is optional but adds a nice fresh note to the sandwich.
- For a vegan variation, replace goat cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Store any leftover tapenade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
