Spring Pea & Ricotta Crostini
Savor the vibrant flavors of spring with our Spring Pea & Ricotta Crostini. This delightful appetizer combines fresh peas, creamy ricotta, and crispy bread for a crowd-pleasing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Fresh green peas
- Ricotta cheese
- Baguette
- Lemon zest
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh mint or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice baguette into ½-inch thick pieces and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over each slice.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy, watching closely to avoid burning.
- In a bowl, combine fresh peas with lemon zest, salt, and pepper; lightly mash with a fork.
- Fold in creamy ricotta cheese until well combined.
- Generously spread the pea-ricotta mixture on each toasted baguette slice.
- Drizzle with olive oil and top with fresh mint or basil before serving warm.
Notes
- Substitute fresh peas with asparagus for a different flavor profile.
- Add chili flakes if you enjoy a bit of heat!
- For best results, use high-quality ingredients like whole milk ricotta and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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