How to Make Mediterranean Garlic Bread: A Delicious, Simple, and Popular Snack
Garlic Bread: A Classic Mediterranean Snack
Introduction
Garlic Bread is a popular snack or appetizer rooted in Mediterranean cuisine. This dish, made with fresh bread, butter, garlic, and aromatic herbs, is renowned worldwide for its exceptional taste and ease of preparation. Garlic Bread is perfect for gatherings, athletes, or even as a light meal. For diabetics or those with heart issues, whole-grain or gluten-free bread and olive oil can replace butter. While this snack is a great source of carbohydrates and energy, overconsumption due to its fat content may not be ideal.
benefits and harmful effects
benefits :
- Provides instant energy due to its high carbohydrate content.
- Contains antioxidants from garlic and herbs.
- A tasty option to boost appetite.
harmful effects:
- High fat content due to butter and cheese.
- May not be suitable for diabetics or individuals with high cholesterol.
Modifications for Different Groups:
- Diabetics: Use whole-grain or gluten-free bread and reduce butter.
- Individuals with heart issues: Replace butter with olive oil.
- Athletes: Add more protein with low-fat cheese.
- Children: Reduce the garlic and increase the cheese for extra appeal.
- Elderly: Use softer bread for easier chewing.
Ingredients For 4 Serves
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Baguette or Italian bread |
1 large loaf |
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Softened butter |
50 g |
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Grated garlic |
2 cloves |
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Fresh parsley (chopped) (or basil/cilantro as alternatives) |
2 tablespoons |
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Mozzarella or Parmesan cheese (optional) |
½ cup |
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Olive oil |
1 tablespoon |
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Salt |
to taste |
|
black pepper |
to taste |
cook time
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Preparation time |
5 minutes |
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Cooking time |
10 minutes |
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Total Time |
15 minutes |
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
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Calories |
220 calories |
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Fat |
12 grams |
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Protein |
6 grams |
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Carbohydrates |
20 grams |
|
Fiber |
2grams |
Let's get started
Step 1
Easy and Quick Preparation Steps:
- Slice the bread into thick pieces (about 2 cm).
Step 2
- Mix the softened butter with grated garlic, parsley (or alternative herbs), salt, and pepper.
- Evenly spread the butter mixture over the bread slices.
- If desired, sprinkle mozzarella or Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy your garlic bread!
Additional Tips:
1. Use fully softened butter for easy spreading.
2. For a stronger flavor, use freshly minced garlic instead of garlic powder.
3. If you don’t have an oven, pan-fry the bread slices in a hot skillet.
4. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or paprika to the butter mixture for a unique twist.
Note: For the classic flavor, use parsley, but you can substitute it with herbs like basil or cilantro based on your preference.
