Roasted Red Pepper Toasts
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Roasted Red Pepper Toasts, a perfect blend of smoky, tangy, and creamy flavors. This recipe features charred, oven-roasted red bell peppers paired with a luscious layer of goat cheese, finished with a garnish of fresh basil for a burst of herbaceous freshness. Crispy slices of olive oil-brushed baguette serve as the perfect base, delicately infused with the aroma of garlic. Optional balsamic glaze adds a touch of sweet richness, making these toasts an unforgettable crowd-pleaser. Quick to prepare yet sophisticated in flavor, this dish is ideal for parties or as a vibrant appetizer for any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1 baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the skins are charred and blistered.
While the peppers roast, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil on both sides.
Once the peppers are roasted, place them in a heatproof bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a plate. Let them steam for 10 minutes to loosen the skins.
Lower the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them for 5-7 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
Peel the skins off the roasted peppers, remove the seeds, and slice the peppers into thin strips.
Rub the toasted baguette slices with the cut side of a garlic clove for added flavor.
Spread a thin layer of goat cheese onto each slice of toast.
Top the goat cheese with a few slices of roasted red pepper.
Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Garnish each toast with a fresh basil leaf. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 3682 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 876 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 29.9 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 2272 mg | 48% | |
*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.
