Gluten-Free Pesto Toast
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this vibrant and nourishing Gluten-Free Pesto Toast recipe! Featuring perfectly toasted gluten-free bread slathered with homemade basil pesto—crafted with fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan, and a hint of lemon—this dish is packed with bold, fresh flavors. Topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and optional microgreens for a nutritional boost, each bite delivers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings, a light lunch, or a healthy mid-day snack. Whether you're gluten-free or just looking for a wholesome twist on traditional toast, this recipe will become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Gluten-free bread slices
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Pine nuts
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup Microgreens (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or set a toaster oven to medium-high heat.
Place the gluten-free bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until golden and slightly crisp.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, grated parmesan cheese, and lemon juice.
Pulse the mixture a few times until the ingredients start combining.
With the processor running on low, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency. You may need to scrape down the sides between pulses to ensure even mixing.
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Give the pesto one final pulse to evenly integrate the seasonings.
Remove the toasted gluten-free bread from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Spread a generous dollop of homemade pesto over each slice of toast.
Top the pesto with halved cherry tomatoes and avocado slices.
Optionally, add a handful of microgreens on top for extra flavor and nutrients.
Serve immediately as breakfast, a snack, or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.0 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 2728 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.6 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 747 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2232 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
