Description
Delightful Pesto Crostini topped with vibrant pesto, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, creating an irresistible appetizer.
Ingredients
- Tomatoes
- Bread (for toasting)
- Mozzarella cheese
- Pesto
- Balsamic glaze
- Olive oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the bread into pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Toast the bread in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- While the bread is toasting, slice the tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Once the bread is toasted, spread a layer of pesto on each piece.
- Top with slices of tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
Use day-old bread for added texture and crunch. Experiment with different pesto variations for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg