Grilled Asparagus Tartines with Fresh Ricotta, Pesto and Scallions

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
5%
Grilled Asparagus Tartines with Fresh Ricotta, Pesto and Scallions
10 min.
4
311kcal

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Introducing a delightful dish that perfectly embodies the essence of spring—Grilled Asparagus Tartines with Fresh Ricotta, Pesto, and Scallions. This vegetarian antipasto is not only visually stunning but also remarkably easy to prepare, making it an ideal starter for your next gathering or an enticing snack to elevate your day. In just 10 minutes, you can transform simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that emphasizes fresh flavors and vibrant textures.

Picture a crispy, toasted slice of ciabatta as the base, generously spread with aromatic basil pesto and creamy ricotta cheese. Topped with tender grilled asparagus that boasts beautiful char marks and a sprinkle of chives for a dash of color, these tartines are as much a feast for the eyes as they are for the palate. The simplicity of the recipe allows the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through, while the drizzle of extra virgin olive oil adds a touch of richness that brings everything together beautifully.

Perfect for any occasion, whether as an appetizer at a dinner party or a light afternoon snack, these Grilled Asparagus Tartines promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy the medley of flavors, and don’t hesitate to get creative with leftover asparagus by tossing it into salads or pastas. Dive into this culinary adventure today and celebrate the joy of fresh, seasonal ingredients!

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus 
  • 0.3 cup basil pesto 
  • slices ciabatta bread 
  • servings coarse salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin divided
  • 0.5 cup ricotta cheese 
  •  scallion chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • panini press

Directions

  1. Heat the panini maker according to the manufacturer’s directions.Rinse the asparagus and break the ends off of each spear (if you hold onto each end and bend the spear it will naturally break in the right place). Discard the ends.In a large bowl, toss the asparagus in 2 teaspoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the asparagus for about 3 minutes until they’re tender and grill marks appear.
  2. Drizzle another 2 teaspoons of the olive oil over the ciabatta slices and grill the bread until it’s toasted with grill marks, about 2 minutes.
  3. Spread about a tablespoon of pesto onto each slice of ciabatta. Spoon on a few tablespoons of ricotta and top it with grilled asparagus (you’ll have extra asparagus – you can save it to enjoy on its own, add it to a salad or pasta, or just make more tartines!) and a sprinkling of chopped scallions. Finish the tartines by drizzling the remaining 2 teaspoons of the olive oil over the top and grinding on a little black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein10.56%
Fat67.76%
Carbs21.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.75
Glycemic Load
0.95
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
12.236956530291%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.62mg
Quercetin
16.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:311.04kcal
15.55%
Fat:23.96g
36.86%
Saturated Fat:8.42g
52.6%
Carbohydrates:17.24g
5.75%
Net Carbohydrates:13.84g
5.03%
Sugar:8.96g
9.96%
Cholesterol:17.05mg
5.68%
Sodium:441.84mg
19.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.4g
16.81%
Vitamin K:57.94µg
55.18%
Vitamin A:1337.63IU
26.75%
Folate:77.21µg
19.3%
Iron:3.14mg
17.44%
Vitamin E:2.34mg
15.6%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.16%
Fiber:3.41g
13.63%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.06%
Calcium:118.69mg
11.87%
Phosphorus:116.46mg
11.65%
Copper:0.22mg
11.17%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.29%
Selenium:7.12µg
10.17%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.32%
Potassium:313.4mg
8.95%
Vitamin C:6.91mg
8.38%
Zinc:1.02mg
6.83%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.92%
Magnesium:23.29mg
5.82%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.79%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.76%