Grilled Pesto French Bread

Health score
19%
Grilled Pesto French Bread
20 min.
16
184kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your next gathering with a deliciously simple yet impressive appetizer? Look no further than this Grilled Pesto French Bread! In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a mouthwatering dish that serves 16 people, making it perfect for parties, picnics, or family get-togethers.

This recipe combines the rich flavors of basil pesto, creamy cream cheese, and buttery goodness, all slathered on perfectly grilled French bread. The result is a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will have your guests coming back for more. The crispy, golden-brown exterior of the bread contrasts beautifully with the luscious, savory spread, creating a bite that is simply irresistible.

Not only is this dish quick and easy to prepare, but it also offers a fantastic opportunity to customize. Feel free to add fresh chopped tomatoes for a burst of color and freshness, or experiment with different toppings to suit your palate. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or a more formal affair, this Grilled Pesto French Bread is sure to impress and satisfy. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a delightful culinary experience that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil pesto refrigerated
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • lb bread split french halved
  • 16 servings tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small microwavable bowl, microwave cream cheese on High 15 to 20 seconds; stir until creamy. Stir in pesto and butter until well mixed.
  2. When grill is heated, place bread pieces, cut side down, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill over medium coals. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Turn bread halves over.
  4. Spread pesto mixture evenly on cut sides of bread; cover grill. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  5. Cut bread into 2-inch sections to serve.
  6. Garnish with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories184kcal
Protein11.35%
Fat40.83%
Carbs47.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.09
Glycemic Load
13.26
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.986521783082%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.22mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
1.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:183.61kcal
9.18%
Fat:8.6g
13.23%
Saturated Fat:2.36g
14.77%
Carbohydrates:22.66g
7.55%
Net Carbohydrates:19.75g
7.18%
Sugar:6.49g
7.21%
Cholesterol:5.99mg
2%
Sodium:302.26mg
13.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.38g
10.75%
Vitamin A:1853.9IU
37.08%
Vitamin C:24.67mg
29.9%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.96%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.72%
Folate:62.38µg
15.6%
Vitamin K:14.53µg
13.84%
Potassium:468.28mg
13.38%
Selenium:8.57µg
12.24%
Vitamin B3:2.44mg
12.21%
Fiber:2.91g
11.63%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.93%
Iron:1.65mg
9.14%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.88%
Phosphorus:79.47mg
7.95%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.91%
Copper:0.15mg
7.51%
Magnesium:29.46mg
7.36%
Calcium:51.44mg
5.14%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.18%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.88%