Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Crostini
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Crostini, a perfect blend of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines crispy oven-toasted baguette slices with a vibrant homemade pesto made from roasted red peppers, fresh basil, Parmesan, and pine nuts. The pesto’s velvety texture and bold flavor are complemented by the optional addition of creamy ricotta cheese for an extra touch of indulgence. Ready in just 25 minutes, these crostini are ideal for entertaining, whether as a party appetizer or a flavorful snack. Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or everyday indulgence, these crostini highlight simple ingredients at their best.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Roasted red peppers
- 1 cup (packed) Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Brush both sides of each bread slice lightly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
In a food processor, combine roasted red peppers, basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
To assemble the crostini, spread a generous amount of the roasted red pepper pesto onto each toasted baguette slice.
Optional: Top with a dollop of ricotta cheese for extra creaminess.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.4 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 3554 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 69.4 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 942 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1081 mg | 23% | |
*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.
