Olive Banana Toast | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Bread Base:
• 4 slices artisanal sourdough bread (1/2 inch thick)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and halved (for rubbing toast)
• For the Olive Component:
• 1 cup high-quality mixed olives (Kalamata, Castelvetrano, Niçoise), pitted and roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and chopped
• 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (combination of parsley, thyme, basil)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
• For the Banana Component:
• 2 ripe but firm bananas, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
• 2 teaspoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of sea salt
• For the Binding Layer:
• 4 ounces cream cheese or ricotta (or plant-based alternative for vegan option)
• 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• For Garnish:
• Microgreens or baby arugula
• Drizzle of high-quality olive oil
• Flaky sea salt
• Freshly cracked black pepper
• Edible flowers (optional)
• Alternative Options:
• Add 1-2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or walnuts for crunch
• Include 1/4 avocado, mashed, as a base layer
• For more complex flavor, add 1 teaspoon aged balsamic vinegar to olive mixture
• For protein boost, add 1-2 tablespoons hemp seeds or thin slices of prosciutto