Za'atar and Olive Bagel Bruschetta

Ingredients

• 

  Za'atar seasoning

  2 tbsp
• 

  Cream cheese

  optional

  ½ cup
• 

  Feta cheese

  crumbled (optional for garnish)

  ¼ cup
• 

  Salt and pepper

  to taste
• 

  Garlic

  minced

  1 clove
• 

  Sesame bagels

  4
• 

  Mixed olives

  pitted and roughly chopped

  1 cup
• 

  Cherry tomatoes

  quartered

  ½ cup
• 

  Red onion

  finely diced

  ¼ cup
• 

  Olive oil

  plus more for drizzling

  2 tbsp
• 

  Lemon juice

  1 tbsp
• 

  Fresh parsley

  chopped

  ¼ cup

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the sesame bagels in half and then each half into two, to create thin pieces. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil. Place the bagel slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine the chopped olives, za'atar seasoning, olive oil, minced garlic, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. 3

   If using, spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each toasted bagel slice.

4. 4

   Spoon the olive and za'atar mixture over each bagel slice, distributing the topping evenly.

5. 5

   Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of each bruschetta for an extra burst of flavor. Drizzle a little more olive oil over each piece before serving.