Butter and sardine toast
- Energy Kcal 357
- Carbohydrates g 35
- of which sugars g 3.5
- Protein g 10.3
- Fats g 19.6
- of which saturated fat g 10.22
- Fiber g 2.8
- Cholesterol mg 84
- Sodium mg 449
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 5 min
- Cook time: 10 min
- Serving: 4
PRESENTATION
Sardine crostini—honestly, it's a super tasty way to bring people together. Especially, you know, during aperitivo hour in Italy. This sardine appetizer is light and easy, perfect for those warm summer evenings when everyone’s eager to nibble and chat. Picture this: a thick slice of rustic bread, toasted to a golden crispy finish. Then, spread with smooth, creamy butter. And the sardines? Packed in oil—salty, rich, and deliciously briny. Really wakes up your taste buds, for sure. The surprise? Slices of sweet, ripe peach scattered on top. And yeah, it works beautifully with the fish. This dish feels both slightly fancy and totally relaxed—perfect for those Italian tables when the weather's warm and the drinks are flowing.
Alongside these sardine and butter crostini, you might find other classics like crostone with hummus and grilled peaches, or maybe some tuna toast and cold lettuce rolls. And pretty simple and great for sharing. What makes these sardine crostini special, though, is their balance: the moist buttery layer mingling with punchy sardines and the gentle sweetness of the fruit. Every bite offers a bit of everything: crunchy bread, smooth butter, tender fish, and juicy peach. No question. It's no wonder this style of sardine toast is so popular during aperitivo. Lets folks keep talking, laughing and sipping sparkling wine without needing a full meal.
With the beautiful Mediterranean air and friends all around, these sardine crostini just make sense. This easy seafood appetizer shows how simple things can be really, really tasty, whether you’re in Rome, Milan, or your own backyard. Grab a plate, pop open a bottle, and let the good times roll—because this sardine appetizer is all about making summer feel more fun and a whole lot more relaxed. Enjoy every moment. Let these flavors transport you to an Italian summer gathering, honestly.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Sardines in oil 3.5 oz (100 g) - spicy drained
- Homemade bread 4 slices
- Salted butter 3 oz (80 g)
- Peach 1
- Parsley to taste
How to prepare Butter and sardine toast
To prepare the butter and sardine toast, first chop the parsley 1, melt the butter in a small bowl 2, just enough to create a creamy texture, and add the chopped parsley 3.
and mix well 4. Set aside the butter sauce and work with the peach: wash it, divide it in half, remove the pit, then slice it 5 and cut the slices into cubes 6. Collect them in a bowl.
Slice the rustic bread 7, heat a grill and toast the bread 8 until it is golden and crispy. Everything is ready to assemble the toast: take a slice of toasted bread, spread the butter cream on top 9
Place a spoonful of peach cubes on top and finish with the sardine fillets 11. The butter and sardine toasts are ready to be enjoyed 12!