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Pea Bruschetta (Pea Crostini)

Delicious Pea Bruschetta: A Fresh Twist on Crostini

This Pea Bruschetta is a vibrant and quick appetizer that celebrates seasonal ingredients and is perfect for casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pea Pesto
  • 1 cup frozen peas or fresh peas, blanched for better flavor
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese or substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • ½ each lemon juice more can be added for extra acidity
  • ½ clove garlic use another half for rubbing on the bread
  • pea shoots (optional) for garnish
For the Bruschetta
  • 4 slices ciabatta bread can substitute with baguette or rustic bread
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • broiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Pea Pesto: Blend peas, pea shoots (if using), Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, and half a garlic clove in a food processor until rough paste forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Toast Bread: Preheat broiler. Slice ciabatta into ½-inch slices, brush with olive oil, and broil 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Garlic Infusion: Remove toasted bread from the oven and rub the other half garlic clove on each slice to infuse flavor.
  4. Assemble Bruschetta: Spread pea pesto on each slice, sprinkle with additional Parmesan and lemon zest, add pea shoots for garnish, and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Serve Immediately: Arrange crostini on a platter and enjoy while fresh and warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan for better flavor. Allow the pea pesto to rest before assembling to enhance taste.

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