Go Back
–+ servings
Pea Bruschetta (Pea Crostini)

Delicious Pea Bruschetta: Fresh, Easy Spring Flavor

Enjoy this Pea Bruschetta, a delightful vegetarian appetizer bursting with fresh flavors and perfect for gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pea Topping
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas Thawed
  • 1 cup Pea Shoots Optional
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can be substituted with vegan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic Half for rubbing the bread
For the Bread
  • 1 loaf Ciabatta Bread Or crusty French/gluten-free bread
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parmesan Grated for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest For garnish
  • Black Pepper Freshly ground, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil For drizzling

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Broiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pea Bruschetta
  1. In a food processor, combine thawed peas, pea shoots, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and half a garlic clove. Pulse until a rough paste consistency.
  2. Preheat your broiler to high and brush both sides of ciabatta slices with olive oil. Toast bread under the broiler for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Rub the warm toasts with the remaining garlic clove to infuse garlic flavor.
  4. Spread the pea topping generously over each slice of the toasted ciabatta.
  5. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the top and sprinkle with black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, serve the Pea Bruschetta fresh. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, keeping bread separate to maintain crispiness.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!