Green Olive and Goat Cheese Crostini
Green Olive and Goat Cheese Crostini is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Toast fennel seeds in small skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, shaking skillet occasionally, about 1 minute.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionToast fennel seeds in small skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, shaking skillet occasionally, about 1 minute.
Transfer seeds to medium bowl.
Add olives, 2 tablespoons oil, garlic chives, orange juice, thyme, and orange peel to bowl and toss to blend.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead.
Cover; chill.
Bring to room temperature before using.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
Brush both sides of bread slices with oil.
Grill on 1 side until golden, about 1 minute.
Turn bread over; immediately top each slice with 1 cheese round.
Grill until bottoms are golden and cheese softens slightly, about 1 minute.
Transfer crostini to platter.
Spoon olive mixture over and sprinkle with pepper.
Garlic chives, also known as Chinese chives, can be found at Asian markets.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.