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Sweet Pea Pesto

Delicious Sweet Pea Pesto Crostini for Easy Entertaining

Sweet Pea Pesto is a vibrant dish that transforms simple ingredients into a sophisticated appetizer bursting with freshness.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 20 crostini
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pesto Ingredients
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Peas Frozen peas work well.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Halve for smoother blending.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon-Pepper Seasoning Black pepper and lemon juice can be alternatives.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Adjust for desired consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Broth Add more for a saucier pesto.
Crostini Ingredients
  • 1 loaf Whole Wheat French Bread Demi-Baguette Slice thinly for optimal toasting.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halve or quarter for topping.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • baking sheet
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your broiler to high, positioning the oven rack 4-5 inches from the heat source.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine peas, garlic, vinegar, salt, and lemon-pepper seasoning. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gradually add olive oil while blending. Once blended, add Parmesan cheese and pulse until smooth.
  4. Slowly add vegetable broth to achieve your desired pesto consistency.
  5. Slice the baguette into 20 pieces, about 1/2 inch thick, and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  6. Broil the baguette slices for about 45-60 seconds per side, until golden.
  7. Spread about 1 tablespoon of pesto on each crostini and top with halved or quartered cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze in ice cube trays.

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