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Mediterranean Tuna Hummus Crostini
4.9 from 60 votes

Mediterranean Tuna Hummus Crostini

Mediterranean Tuna Hummus Crostini features thin baguette slices toasted until golden and topped with a spread of hummus and pesto, then finished with a flavorful tuna salad mixed with basil and lemon juice. The toasty bread provides a sturdy, crunchy base, while the creamy hummus and pesto add layered moisture and herbal notes. The tuna mixture adds savory depth and brightness, making these crostini a satisfying appetizer or light meal option with fresh Mediterranean tastes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 32 servings
Calories: 71 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette thin
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cans light tuna Genova Tonno brand, in olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons basil plus 1/4 cup chiffonade fresh basil leaves (optional garnish, chopped, fresh
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or more to taste, freshly squeezed
  • salt freshly ground, to taste
  • black pepper freshly ground, to taste
  • 1 cup hummus
  • 1/3 cup pesto

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Slice the baguette along a diagonal into 1/4 inch slices using a serrated knife. Do not slice them thicker than 1/4 inch, or they will be difficult to bite through when toasted.
  2. Place the slices on a cookie sheet. Brush the tops of the bread pieces with olive oil.
  3. Place the bread into the oven and let it toast for 8-10 minutes till the bottoms of the bread slices are golden brown and toasted. Flip the slices to check for doneness-- they will brown more on the bottom than they will on the top.
  4. In a mixing bowl combine tuna, 2 tbsp chopped basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. To assemble - first stop each crostini with 1 1/2 tsp of hummus, then add 1/2 tsp of pesto.
  6. Top with 1/2 tbsp of the tuna salad.
  7. Garnish with chiffonade basil, if desired.

Notes

  • A serrated knife is best for slicing the baguette thinly and cleanly.
  • Brush each slice evenly with olive oil for crisp, golden toasting.
  • Assemble crostini shortly before serving to prevent sogginess.
  • Fresh basil chiffonade adds both garnish and extra herbal flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 71kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 106mg (4%) Potassium 51mg (1%) Vitamin A 70IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 71

% Daily Value*

Calories 71kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 106mg 4%
Potassium 51mg 1%
Vitamin A 70IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.