Spring Pea Crostini
Indulge in a burst of fresh flavors with these exquisite Pea Pesto Crostini. A vibrant green pea pesto infused with fragrant basil or mint, zesty lemon juice, and savory California Dry Jack cheese sits atop crispy crostini. Topped with velvety California Burrata cheese and delicate prosciutto, these elegant appetizers are perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying as a delightful snack.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
- ½ cup fresh basil or mint
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/3 cup grated California Dry Jack cheese
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- California Burrata cheese
- Thinly sliced prosciutto
- Toasted Crostini
Instructions
- In a large food processor, combine the peas, basil or mint, garlic, California Dry Jack cheese, lemon juice, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper. Pulse for 30 seconds. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Slather a few tablespoons of the pea pesto on top of the crostini. Add a tablespoon or two of California Burrata cheese and then garnish with a piece of prosciutto.
- Serve immediately
Nutrition
- Calories: 116 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 9 g
- Protein Content: 8 g
- Fat Content: 7 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
- Cholesterol Content: 19 mg
- Sodium Content: 56 mg
- Fiber Content: 3 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content: 1.2 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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