Pear and Pesto Crostini

Health score
38%
Pear and Pesto Crostini
45 min.
3
456kcal
100%sweetness
8.15%saltiness
26.31%sourness
18.25%bitterness
7.58%savoriness
86.52%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

This Pear and Pesto Crostini recipe is an elegant and delicious appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet, crisp pear and savory pesto on a crunchy crostini is simply irresistible. The French loaf is sliced and brushed with olive oil, then toasted to perfection. The star of the show is the homemade pesto, made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Romano cheese. It's packed with flavor and has a beautiful bright green color. The Bosc pear adds a touch of sweetness and freshness to the dish. This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a good source of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. The preparation is simple and straightforward, making it a great option for entertaining. Your guests will surely be impressed by this tasty treat. The flavors and textures come together beautifully, creating a delightful appetizer that's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a tasty snack, this Pear and Pesto Crostini is a fantastic choice. So, why not give it a try? It's a simple yet impressive dish that will leave your guests wanting more.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 loaf bread french
  • cups basil packed
  • cups basil packed
  • clove garlic 
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts 
  • 0.3 cup pecorino cheese 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  •  bosc pear 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice French loaf into 1/2-inch-thick slices, and brush (or spray, if you have one of those nifty Misto things) with olive oil.
  2. Place slices on baking sheet and toast in oven for 10-15 minutes, or until edges are a deep golden brown.
  3. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. While those are in the oven, make your pesto. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, garlic clove, pine nuts and Romano cheese. Pulse until pesto is coarse in texture, like coarse sand.
  5. Add in olive oil and process until fully incorporated. Taste.
  6. Add salt and pepper, if needed. Scrape pesto into a serving bowl or dish and set aside. (You should have about 3/4 cup.)
  7. Spread pesto over crostini and top with pear and fresh ground black pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories456kcal
Protein10.8%
Fat49.53%
Carbs39.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
104.75
Glycemic Load
29.72
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.083043478261%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.22mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
2.23mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.52mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
8.15%
Sourness:
26.31%
Bitterness:
18.25%
Savoriness:
7.58%
Fattiness:
86.52%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:455.73kcal
22.79%
Fat:25.85g
39.76%
Saturated Fat:4.29g
26.81%
Carbohydrates:46.57g
15.52%
Net Carbohydrates:42.32g
15.39%
Sugar:9.44g
10.48%
Cholesterol:8.67mg
2.89%
Sodium:697.67mg
30.33%
Protein:12.68g
25.35%
Vitamin K:150.57µg
143.4%
Manganese:1.75mg
87.71%
Vitamin B1:0.54mg
35.82%
Vitamin A:1740.77IU
34.82%
Selenium:20.65µg
29.5%
Folate:112.35µg
28.09%
Iron:4.51mg
25.06%
Vitamin E:3.55mg
23.69%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.46%
Phosphorus:224.59mg
22.46%
Copper:0.43mg
21.37%
Vitamin B3:4.1mg
20.52%
Magnesium:77.88mg
19.47%
Calcium:189.18mg
18.92%
Fiber:4.26g
17.02%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.1%
Vitamin C:8.71mg
10.56%
Potassium:319.75mg
9.14%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.41%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
3.95%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.56%
Source:Foodista
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