Grilled Bruschetta with Ricotta and Edamame

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Grilled Bruschetta with Ricotta and Edamame
15 min.
4
392kcal

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If you're searching for a vibrant and delicious appetizer that captures the essence of summer, look no further than Grilled Bruschetta with Ricotta and Edamame. This delightful vegetarian dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly quick to prepare—ready to serve in just 15 minutes! Perfect for antipasti, snacks, or a charming starter, these bruschettas are bound to impress your guests.

The combination of lightly grilled, country-style bread with creamy part-skim ricotta provides a wonderful contrast in texture, while the edamame adds a pop of color and a satisfying bite. Enhanced with a hint of fresh mint and a touch of garlic, each bite is a refreshing explosion of flavor that beautifully marries earthy, nutty, and creamy notes. Not only are these bruschettas delightful to the taste buds, but they are also a health-conscious choice at just 392 calories per serving, making them an excellent option for anyone looking to indulge without the guilt.

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a cozy dinner party, or simply craving a flavorful snack, this Grilled Bruschetta with Ricotta and Edamame is sure to turn heads and tantalize the taste buds. Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this easy yet elegant recipe!

Ingredients

  • slices bread country-style
  • 1.5 cups edamame frozen shelled
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh finely chopped
  • clove garlic peeled
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1.3 cups part-skim ricotta 
  • servings salt 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • grill
  • colander

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium.
  2. Place edamame in a colander and rinse under hot tap water to defrost.
  3. Drain well on paper towels.
  4. Oil grill, place bread on grates and cook until lightly toasted on both sides, turning once, about 1 minute total.
  5. Brush one side of each bread slice with olive oil and rub with garlic.
  6. Spread ricotta over garlic-rubbed sides; top with edamame.
  7. Sprinkle mint over bruschetta, season lightly with salt and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories392kcal
Protein20.55%
Fat40.21%
Carbs39.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.17
Glycemic Load
14.36
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.59956531421%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.39mg
Hesperetin
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:391.76kcal
19.59%
Fat:17.54g
26.98%
Saturated Fat:5.18g
32.37%
Carbohydrates:38.52g
12.84%
Net Carbohydrates:33.91g
12.33%
Sugar:4.96g
5.51%
Cholesterol:24.02mg
8.01%
Sodium:556.2mg
24.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.16g
40.33%
Selenium:29.18µg
41.68%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.15%
Calcium:331.13mg
33.11%
Iron:3.97mg
22.07%
Phosphorus:216.13mg
21.61%
Fiber:4.6g
18.41%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.98%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.6%
Vitamin B3:3.22mg
16.09%
Folate:59.12µg
14.78%
Potassium:436.56mg
12.47%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.96%
Magnesium:35.78mg
8.94%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.8%
Vitamin K:7.51µg
7.16%
Vitamin A:351.89IU
7.04%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.55%
Copper:0.12mg
5.79%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.43%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.75%
Source:My Recipes