Best Pesto Bruschetta On Garlic Crostini Recipes

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PESTO BRUSCHETTA



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My daughter came up with this recipe and I'm asked for a copy of it every time I make it. It's easy to switch up the flavor by using different types of pesto. -Shirley Dickstein, Parma, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 29 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into slices
1 jar (7 ounces) prepared pesto
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Arrange bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with pesto; top with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEA AND MINT PESTO CROSTINI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield about 16 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, defrosted
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/3 cup olive oil
Whole-grain baguette or ciabatta bread, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices (preferably day-old* see Cook's Note)
1/3 cup olive oil
8 cherry tomatoes, halved or 1 small tomato, diced

Steps:

  • For the pea pesto:
  • Add the peas, Parmesan, garlic, fresh mint, and salt and pepper in a food processor and pulse to combine. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • For the crostini:
  • Preheat a stovetop griddle or grill pan on medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil and grill until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the bread to a clean surface and spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared pesto on each slice. Top with 2 tomato halves and transfer to a serving platter before serving.
  • *Cooks Note: If you don't have day-old bread on hand, you can dry out fresh bread by putting the slices in a preheated 300 degree F oven until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes.

PEA PESTO CROSTINI



Pea Pesto Crostini image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 12m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, defrosted
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/3 cup olive oil
8 (1/2-inch thick) slices whole-grain baguette or ciabatta bread, preferably day-old, * see Cook's Note
1/3 cup olive oil
8 cherry tomatoes, halved or 1 small tomato, diced

Steps:

  • For the pea pesto: Pulse together the peas, garlic, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper in a food processor. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • For the crostini: Preheat a stovetop griddle or grill pan on medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the sliced bread with olive oil and grill until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the bread to a clean surface and spread 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared pesto on each slice.
  • Top with tomato halves and serve.
  • *Cook's note: If you don't have day-old bread on hand, you can dry out fresh bread by putting the slices in a preheated 300 degree F oven until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes.

PESTO CROSTINI



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Look no further when you're searching for an elegant appetizer that's easy to put together. A platter of these crostini will disappear quickly! -Diane Kaplan, Riverdale, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 20 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup prepared pesto
3 small tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place the bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Combine butter and garlic; spread over bread. , Broil 3-4 in. from the heat or until lightly browned. Cool slightly. Spread pesto over butter mixture; top with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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