Best Pesto Bruschetta Recipes

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PESTO BRUSCHETTA



Pesto Bruschetta image

My daughter came up with this recipe and I'm asked for a copy of it every time I make it. It's easy to switch up the flavor by using different types of pesto. -Shirley Dickstein, Parma, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 29 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into slices
1 jar (7 ounces) prepared pesto
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Arrange bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with pesto; top with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PESTO BRUSCHETTA ON GARLIC CROSTINI



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 18m

Yield serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 large minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 T. freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
1 baguette sliced at a 45-degree angle about 1/2-inch thick
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves of garlic, sliced lengthwise
Fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
1 basket grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Make Pesto: Combine basil, garlic, Parmesan, Pecorino, and pine nuts in food processor or blender. Slowly drizzle in extra virgin olive oil until fully incorporated. Season with kosher salt and cracked black pepper. Arrange bread on rimmed baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and rub with cut side of garlic. Bake until beginning to crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • While bread crisps, make pesto and halve cherry tomatoes lengthwise. Top crostini with pesto spread, fresh mozzarella and grape tomato slice.

BBQ BAKED BEANS BRUSCHETTA WITH CILANTRO PESTO ON CHEESY TEXAS CUT TOAST



BBQ Baked Beans Bruschetta with Cilantro Pesto on Cheesy Texas Cut Toast image

Provided by Roger Mooking

Categories     appetizer

Time P1DT1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup adzuki beans, soaked in water 24 hours
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 large white onion, diced
1 1/2 cups crushed canned tomatoes
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chipotle adobo sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
1 French baguette, cut into 1/2-inch-thick long diagonal slices (8 to 10 slices)
3/4 cup aged Cheddar, shredded
Sea salt, such as Maldon
Cilantro Pesto, for serving, recipe follows
2 cups loosely packed fresh cilantro
1 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt

Steps:

  • Pour the beans into a sauce pot and cover with 4 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and then reduce the heat slightly and simmer until tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven or grill to 350 degrees F.
  • Preheat another sauce pot over medium heat and add the oil, garlic and onions. Cook the onions and garlic, without browning, until translucent. Stir in the tomatoes, vinegar, chipotle sauce, honey, coriander and cumin and simmer over low heat, about 30 minutes. Add the lemon juice and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Once the beans are nearly fully tender, drain and add to the BBQ sauce. Bake or grill uncovered over direct heat until fully cooked, stirring frequently to prevent burning, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Place the cheese between baguette slices and season the top slices with sea salt. Brush the outsides with Cilantro Pesto and grill, covered, 1 minute per side. Plate the cheesy toast and top with the warm baked beans. Drizzle with a line of Cilantro Pesto and finish with more sea salt. Serve immediately.
  • Puree the cilantro, parsley and olive oil in a food processor until fairly smooth. Season with sea salt, cover and refrigerate.

CALABRIAN SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH JALAPENO PESTO BRUSCHETTA



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 small ciabatta or 1/2 large ciabatta, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
8 jalapenos
Canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups tightly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
One 6-ounce piece sopressata, cut into small dice
1 small red onion, finely diced
9 large eggs
6 ounces provolone, cut into small dice, room temperature
Parsley leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the toasted ciabatta: Drizzle the cut sides of the ciabatta with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Put on a baking sheet cut-side up and bake until lightly golden brown, about 15 minutes. For the pesto: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss the jalapenos in a few tablespoons of canola oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast in an even layer on a baking sheet until soft and the skin is blistered. Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let sit for 15 minutes, and then remove the stems and seeds. Combine the roasted jalapenos, parsley, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic and some salt and pepper in a food processor and process until coarsely chopped. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil through the feed tube until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add a few more teaspoons of oil and pulse. Transfer to a bowl. For the scrambled eggs: Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat. Cook the sopressata and the onions until the sopressata is crisp and the onions have softened, about 5 minutes. Whisk the eggs in a bowl until light and fluffy and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into the pan with the onions and sopressata and cook, stirring constantly until soft curds form. Right before you pull the pan off the heat, when the eggs are almost done but not quite, add the provolone and stir for a few seconds to melt. To serve, mound the eggs on the top of the toasted ciabatta halves. Top with parsley leave, and cut on a slight angle into 8 large slices. Serve immediately.

PESTO, ROASTED RED PEPPER AND PARMESAN BRUSCHETTA



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You can make the roasted red peppers and pesto at home, or you can use a store bought ones depending how much time you wish to spare. This recipe came from "The thousand best recipes" cookbook.

Provided by Katanashrp

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 12 pieces, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 12 diagonal slices
1 (8 ounce) jar roasted peppers
1 (8 ounce) jar pesto sauce
4 ounces parmesan cheese, shaved
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon pepper

Steps:

  • Toast, or grill bread slices.
  • Spread pesto.
  • Top with roasted peppers and parmesan chese.
  • Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.3, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 4361.1, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 17.7

BRUSCHETTA WITH PESTO, MOZZARELLA AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Make and share this Bruschetta With Pesto, Mozzarella and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 30 appetizers (approximately

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 French baguette, cut into thin slices
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, quartered
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced very thin
4 -6 sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
2 garlic cloves
15 big basil leaves
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts (or blanched almonds)
3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup oil (about)

Steps:

  • Place the olive oil and the garlic in small bowl and let sit for at least 1/2 an hour; preheat the broiler; spread the bread slices on a baking sheet and then brush both sides with the olive oil; broil until golden on both sides (this will only take a couple of minutes).
  • Place the tomatoes in a cup and cover with boiling water; after about 5 minutes, remove, pat dry and cut into long thin strips.
  • Spread cooled brushetta with pesto of your choosing, a slice of mozzarella and a strip of sun-dried tomato.
  • To make red pesto: Place all ingredients except oil in food processor; process adding oil gradually until it forms a paste.
  • To make basil pesto: Place all ingredients except oil in food processor; process adding oil gradually until it forms a paste.

PESTO BRUSCHETTA LOAF



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French bread layered with pesto, tomatoes and cheese - broiled into a delicious appetizer that serves a bunch. Ready in just 15 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut horizontally in half
1/2 cup pesto
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped, or 1 small tomato, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Set oven control to broil. Place bread, cut sides up, on ungreased cookie sheet. Broil with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat about 1 minute or until lightly toasted.
  • Spread pesto on bread. Sprinkle with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 270 mg

CREAM CHEESE AND PESTO BRUSCHETTA WITH FRESH BASIL



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A crispy bruschetta topped with cream cheese, pesto and pan fried tomato is a great starter and always such a breakfast winner.

Provided by Ramona's Cuisine -

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tbsp pesto sauce homemade
8 slices nice and crusty bruschetta or 4 slices of bread
4 tbsp cream cheese any that you like *
2 tomatoes cut into quarters or 8 cherry tomatoes halved
2 tsp olive oil
fresh basil flowers or basil leaves to garnish
2 tbsp pine nuts or sunflower seeds toasted optional

Steps:

  • 1. Wash and cut each tomato into quarters. Place in a pan with a tiny drizzle of olive oil. Allow to cook covered on medium heat for 1 min. Turn the tomatoes and cook for 1 min on each side. Drizzle more oil if you find it necessary. Cook until the tomatoes begin to soften but don't over cook them. Once ready, set aside.
  • 2. Toast the bread in toaster or oven if you are making more than two people.
  • 3. Spread the creme cheese equally between the slices.
  • 4. Add a layer of pesto sauce over the creme cheese topped by 2 pieces of tomatoes.
  • 5. Garnish with some freshly chopped basil leaves or some basil flowers, some toasted pine nuts or simply some toasted sunflower seeds. Enjoy

PESTO CHICKEN BRUSCHETTA



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Make and share this Pesto Chicken Bruschetta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Misti_Country_Girl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 teaspoon garlic, coarsely chopped, divided
8 slices diagonally sliced sourdough bread, 1/4 inch thick
1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated, divided
2 tablespoons prepared pesto sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
12 slices fresh mozzarella cheese (about 8 ounces)
2 tomatoes, cut into 4 slices

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon garlic.
  • Add 4 slices bread; cook over medium-high heat, turning once 5 to 7 minutes or until toasted.
  • Remove from pan. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon garlic; repeat with remaining bread slices.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup asiago cheese on bread.
  • In same skillet, combine pesto, and pepper. Add chicken, coating with pesto.
  • Cook over meiudm high heat, turning once 8-10 minutes or until chicken is brown. Place 3 slices mozzerella cheese on each bread slice; top with tomatoe slice.
  • Slice chicken pieces in half horizontally; place on tomato. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 808.1, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 135.6, Sodium 1392.4, Carbohydrate 71, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 58

KITTENCAL'S PESTO BRUSCHETTA



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I use my recipe#144195 to make this you may of coarse use your your own favorite recipe, depending on the size of the bread slices you may need more pesto, the amounts listed are only estimated, prep time does not include making the pesto --- this is very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Breads

Time 20m

Yield 14 slices

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup prepared pesto sauce (see my Kittencal's Perfect Pesto)
1 loaf Italian bread (1-pound)
3 roma tomatoes, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese slices (or use as many cheese slices as needed)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Prepare a large baking sheet.
  • Slice the bread to desired size slices.
  • Spread a thin layer of prepared pesto onto each slice.
  • Top with chopped tomatoes then 1-2 slices of mozzarella cheese.
  • Place onto baking sheet in one layer.
  • Broil for about 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Delicious!

BRUSCHETTA WITH PESTO, TOMATOES AND THINGIES.



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A quick, light summery lunch snack or starter. I didn't see this variation among the many similar recipes. A favourite brunch bite with us. Because number of servings will depend on how many eaters there are, the servings given below is a guess at how much a long baguette bread will yield. The quantity of onion and tomato given here will be enough for about 12 slices. Use your own judgement, though.

Provided by Zurie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 20 slices

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 baguette, fresh, long
fruity virgin olive oil
basil pesto, preferably homemade (or olive tapenade, or use the two pestos on alternate bruschetta slices)
1 large red- ripe tomatoes
1/2 sweet onion
salt, Maldon is nicest
black pepper
brie cheese or camembert cheese

Steps:

  • (I find it best to slice up the entire baguette (long French loaf) because if you use only what you need, the rest of the loaf goes stale. Bake the bread, cool the slices you don't use, and keep in a plastic bag to use again -- can be heated up again).
  • Heat oven to 400 deg F/200 deg Celsius.
  • Slice the baguette at a slight diagonal slant.
  • Pour some fruity virgin olive oil in a bowl, dip each slice just lightly into the oil (one side only). It does not have to be covered in oil -- just "anointed": it will have patches the oil didn't reach.
  • Pack on any cookie tin, and when oven has reached its heat, bake the slices until the edges start to go golden, and the slices are hard in the centre. (Do feel before you remove them!).
  • While they bake, peel the tomato, cut into 2 halves, and chop up finely. Do the same with the 1/2 onion, and add to the tomato.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, and trust me, a pure flaky sea salt is better tasting than ordinary kitchen salt.
  • Use as many baked bread slices as you need -- at least 3 per person. As you add the topping, put them back on the baking tin, or transfer to another, smaller dish -- depending on how many you are making.
  • Spread the hot, hard baguette slices thinly with pesto, and top each with a teaspoon or more of the tomato-onion mix.
  • Slice the Brie or Camembert quite thinly and drape a small slice over each bread slice.
  • Put the prepared slices back into the oven for about 2 - 3 minutes, remove, and serve.
  • Cool the slices you did not use, and keep in an airtight container.
  • Looks quite pretty on a heated plate. Nice with a cold glass of wine, or even a cup of tea.
  • (I've also used parmesan and pecorino instead of brie or camembert. Cheddar works too, but does not have quite the same "Mediterranean" cachet!).

MOZZARELLA, PESTO, ARUGULA, AND PARMESAN BRUSCHETTA



Mozzarella, Pesto, Arugula, and Parmesan Bruschetta image

Go ahead and play around with the greens and pesto that top this bruschetta: Spinach, kale, and parsley are all options.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

Mozzarella cheese
Toasts
Homemade or store-bought pesto
Arugula
Shaved Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place slices of mozzarella cheese on toasts. Drizzle with homemade or store-bought pesto. Top with arugula and shaved Parmesan cheese, and season with freshly ground pepper.

PORTABELLA PESTO BRUSCHETTA



Portabella Pesto Bruschetta image

Exceptional flavors, easy to prepare. Make a meal with salad, cut into pieces for hors d'oeuvres, include them in your barbeque buffet.

Provided by Northwest Lynnie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package sliced baby portabella mushrooms (cremini)
1/3 cup butter (for best flavor, do not substitute)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 garlic clove, peeled
12 slices italian ciabatta (about 1/2-inch thick)
1/2 cup purchased refrigerated pesto sauce (I like Trader Joes' brand)
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
salt
freshly course-ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400*.
  • Melt 1/3 cup butter in a large skillet until sizzling.
  • Add mushrooms and crushed garlic.
  • Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes, or until tender and juices have evaporated.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt.
  • Sprinkle with pepper to taste (I use a good amount).
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  • Scrape the remaining whole clove of garlic across the bread tops.
  • Spread the tops with pesto, completely covering the bread.
  • Top with mushrooms, then sprinkle on cheese.
  • Toast another 5 minutes in the oven until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.2, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 81.4, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 2.1

FRESH MOZZARELLA PESTO BRUSCHETTA



Fresh Mozzarella Pesto Bruschetta image

Another recipe from a Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board Promotional Pamphlet. I have not tried this yet.

Provided by SrtaMaestra

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 bruschetta, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups roma tomatoes, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaf, coarsely chopped
4 ciabatta rolls, cut in half horizontally
1/2 cup asiago cheese (2 ounces)
16 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 32 slices

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and basil. Set aside.
  • Place ciabatta rolls on a baking sheet with cut sides facing up. Brush with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with 1/4 cup asiago cheese, and broil 2 minutes, or until golden.
  • Spread each roll half with 1 tablespoon pesto, and top with 4 slices of fresh mozzarella. Divide tomatoes evenly over mozzarella, and top with remaining asiago cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.8, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 429.9, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.3, Protein 12.9

PESTO BRUSCHETTA BAKED CHICKEN



Pesto Bruschetta Baked Chicken image

I created this great low carb recipe for my husband. With the wonderful flavor of pesto, provolone cheese and bruschetta topping it feels decadent without all the carbs and calories.

Provided by Teresa Jacobson

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 oz jar of pesto
3 slice provolone cheese
2 roma tomatoes, diced fine
1 1/4 c vidalia onion, diced fine
1-2 tsp dried or fresh chopped basil

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 13x9 glass baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • 2. If chicken breasts are large, slice in half and spread each half with a heaping tablespoon of pesto and roll. If not large, slice a pocket into the breast, spread the pesto in pocket and place in baking dish; repeat until all breasts have pesto and are in dish.
  • 3. Cover dish with foil and bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken is no longer pink inside.
  • 4. Meanwhile, place chopped onion and tomatoes in a bowl, add in dried or fresh basil, stir well.
  • 5. Spoon a little of the pan drippings over chicken; place a half slice of provolone on top of chicken, spoon on 2-3 spoonfuls of tomato mixture. Return to oven for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted. Serve hot with a salad and fruit.
  • 6. Nutritional Info: per serving Calories: 379 Total Fat: 13.8g/ Sat. Fat: 3.2g Cholesterol: 158mg Sodium: 857mg Total Carbs: 2.9g/ Dietary Fiber: 0.8g/ Sugars: 2.0g Protein: 59.6g

PESTO CREAM CHEESE STRAWBERRY BRUSCHETTA



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If you're looking for a snack, an appetizer for those summer parties or just a fun relaxing no fuss dinner at home these bruschetta bites will totally be your jam. Full of flavor using only fresh ingredients!

Provided by Joyful Healthy Eats

Yield 20 - 24 bites

Number Of Ingredients 9

Pesto Cream Cheese Strawberry Bruschetta
1 baguette, 1/2" slices
2 oz Arla® Plain cream cheese
Homemade Pesto
1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
Blueberry Cream Cheese Bites
2 oz Arla® Blueberry Cream Cheese
1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Instructions
  • Make Homemade Pesto. Set aside.
  • Toast baguette slices. (I toasted mine using a panini press. It's easy and a great way to get the kids to help)
  • Assemble Bites. Spread Arla Plain cream cheese on toasted baguette, top with a dollop of pesto, and a sliced strawberry.
  • To assemble Blueberry Cream Cheese Bites: spread Arla Blueberry cream cheese on toasted baguette, top with a sliced strawberry and fresh sliced basil.

BRUSCHETTA WITH FAVA BEANS AND ARUGULA PESTO



Bruschetta with Fava Beans and Arugula Pesto image

Fresh fava beans are a seasonaltreat; the arugula pesto addspunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups shelled fresh fava beans (about 2 1/2 pounds in pods)
1 medium bunch arugula (6 ounces)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus shavings for garnish
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
6 to 8 slices Classic Bruschetta

Steps:

  • Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Boil fava beans 2 to 3 minutes; plunge into ice-water bath. Slip off skins. Process arugula, oil, cheese, lemon juice, and salt in a food processor until smooth. Toss with beans, and season with pepper. Spoon mixture onto bruschetta slices. Top with cheese shavings, and drizzle with oil.

PESTO PITA BRUSCHETTA - 2 WAYS



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This is an healthier alternative to bruschetta using pita bread instead of a baguette or french stick. You can either use mayonnaise or cheese spread to mix with the pesto & either tomato slices or diced tomatoes. I use a soft cheese spread, the ones that are sold in triangles, they are really creamy & mix really well with the pesto.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pita bread round
1 teaspoon prepared pesto sauce
1 teaspoon mayonnaise or 1 teaspoon cream cheese spread
1 tomatoes, thinly sliced or 1/2 cup chopped grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Combine the pesto & mayonnaise or pesto & cream cheese. ( I do this on the pita to save on dishes).
  • Place or sprinkle tomatoes on top and then sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Place under you griller or broiler and cook until pitas are slightly crisp & cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.1, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 12.1, Sodium 550, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.4, Protein 11.3

PESTO BRIE BRUSCHETTA



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What a great go-to for unexpected guests! You can use store bought pesto even! This is great for when dinner is going to be a few more minutes. This makes a fantastic light supper with a green salad, a glass of wine, and some fresh fruit for dessert!

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 slices French bread
1/2 cup basil pesto
1 (8 ounce) wedge brie cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Spread each slice of bread with some pesto and top with cheese slices, cut to fit.
  • Place in toaster oven and toast until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Top each slice with some cherry tomatoes and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.4, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 56.7, Sodium 1141.1, Carbohydrate 73.6, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 24.6

BEA'S PESTO BRUSCHETTA



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Make and share this Bea's Pesto Bruschetta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by queenbeatrice

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup basil pesto
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 plum tomatoes, diced and seeded
1 teaspoon parsley
1 loaf Italian bread, sliced to desired thickness
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Farenheit.
  • Mix together butter, pesto and garlic.
  • Spread butter mixture over bread slices.
  • Mix together tomatoes and parsley.
  • Top bread slices with tomato and parsley mixture.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place on a baking sheet and cook for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.6, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 349.9, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 5.4

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