Pea Pesto & Cherry Tomatoes Crostini
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Yield
6 servingsPrep
12 minCook
3 minReady
15 minLow Cholesterol, Trans-fat Free, Low Carb, Low Sodium
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| For the pesto | |||
| 10 | ounces |
peas, frozen
defrosted, 1 package |
*
|
| 1 | clove |
garlic
or more as needed |
|
| ½ | cup |
Parmesan cheese
|
|
| 1 | x |
salt
to taste |
*
|
| 1 | x |
black pepper
freshly ground, to taste |
*
|
| ¼ | cup |
olive oil, extra-virgin
or more as needed |
|
| For the crostini | |||
| 8 | slices |
bread, french baguette
or ciabatta bread, cut into 1/2-inch thin |
*
|
| ¼ | cup |
olive oil, extra-virgin
or more as needed |
|
| 8 | each |
cherry tomatoes
halved, or more as needed |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| For the pesto: | |||
| 289 | ml/g |
peas, frozen
defrosted, 1 package |
*
|
| 1 | clove |
garlic
or more as needed |
|
| 118 | ml |
Parmesan cheese
|
|
| 1 | x |
salt
to taste |
*
|
| 1 | x |
black pepper
freshly ground, to taste |
*
|
| 59 | ml |
olive oil, extra-virgin
or more as needed |
|
| For the crostini: | |||
| 8 | slices |
bread, french baguette
or ciabatta bread, cut into 1/2-inch thin |
*
|
| 59 | ml |
olive oil, extra-virgin
or more as needed |
|
| 8 | each |
cherry tomatoes
halved, or more as needed |
|
Directions
To make the pea pesto:
Add the peas, garlic, parmesan, 1 teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper in a food processor, process until well blended.
With the machine running, gradually pour in the olive oil until well mixed, about 2 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
To make the crostini:
Preheat a stovetop griddle or grill pan on medium-high heat, or an oven to 350℉ (180℃).
Brush extra-virgin olive oil on both sides of the sliced bread and grill or toast until golden, about 2 minutes or toast in the oven for about 12 to 15 minutes.
Place the bread to a serving platter and spread about 1½ tablespoons of the pea pesto on each slice.
Arrange tomato halves on top and serve.
