Colorful flatbreads topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, and lemon slices, arranged on a marble cutting board. Slices of lemon and a jar of green olives are also visible, enhancing the vibrant presentation of this delicious appetizer.

Lemon and Olive Focaccia with Bruschetta Topping

Out of ideas for a fast and delicious appetizer? Perfect for a weeknight get together or a proper dinner party on the weekends, try this Lemon and Olive Focaccia with Bruschetta Topping.

Morton® Fine Sea Salt is perfect for baking as it dissolves in the dough and seasons your baked good throughout. Don’t forget to season your fresh tomatoes with Morton® Kosher Salt. Kosher Salt crystals are perfect to coax the tomato to release their juices, resulting in fruit that’s more concentrated and delicious in flavor.
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Ingredients Instructions

Ingredient List

Ingredients and measurements.

  • For Focaccia: 1 package yeast
  • 5 cups bread flour, divided
  • 2 cups water, divided
  • 2 teaspoons Morton® Fine Sea Salt
  • 3/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • 2 lemons, sliced
  • 1/2 cup castelvetrano olives
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 teaspoon Morton® Fine Sea Salt
  • For Bruschetta: 2 pints multi-colored cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons minced parsley
  • 3 tablespoons torn basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Morton® Kosher Salt

Cooking Instructions

Step-By-Step Cooking Information and Guidance

Step 1

In a large bowl, add yeast, 1 cup flour and 1 cup water.

Step 2

Stir to combine and let sit for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Add the remaining flour, water, Morton® Fine Sea Salt and 2 tablespoons olive oil and mix until combined.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Form into a dough ball and place in an oiled bowl.

Step 6

Allow to rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Step 7

Pour remaining olive oil on a baking sheet and spread to coat.

Step 8

Place dough on oiled sheet and spread to cover.

Step 9

Place lemons slices, olives and grated cheese on top and set aside to rise for 1 more hour.

Step 10

Preheat oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and bake the bread for 15 minutes.

Step 11

Sprinkle the dough with Morton® Fine Sea Salt when it is fresh out of the oven.

Step 12

Make the bruschetta:  In a medium bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, parsley, basil leaves, garlic and Morton® Kosher Salt. Serve on top of bread.

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