Red Pepper Stacks

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Red Pepper Stacks
40 min.
48
38kcal

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Welcome to a vibrant and delicious appetizer that is sure to impress your guests at any gathering! Our Red Pepper Stacks are a delightful medley of flavors, blending the creaminess of garlic-herb cheese with the charred sweetness of roasted red peppers, all perched atop crunchy pumpernickel rounds. Perfectly vegetarian, these bites are not just nutritious but also bursting with flavor and texture, making them a fantastic choice for antipasti platters, intimate dinners, or casual snack sessions.

What sets these stacks apart is the delightful crunch from the almond slices, which add an irresistible nuttiness that complements the creamy cheese and tangy red peppers. The subtle hints of fresh parsley and zesty lemon elevate the dish, captivating your taste buds with every bite. At only 38 calories per serving, these guilt-free treats can be enjoyed by everyone, no matter their dietary preferences.

With simple preparation in under 40 minutes, you can serve up to 48 delightful servings, making them an excellent option for parties or gatherings where you want to impress without the stress. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that will leave your friends and family raving about your culinary skills!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds lightly toasted
  • 5.2 oz philadelphia cheese and herb cooking creme at room temperature
  • tablespoon parsley fresh finely chopped
  • teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.5  pepper black
  • 10 slices pumpernickel bread 
  • 24 oz roasted peppers red dry rinsed drained

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Cut 48 rounds from bread with 1 1/2-inch cutter. Toast rounds on a baking sheet until crisp, about 10 minutes.
  3. Cut 48 rounds from red peppers with 1 1/4-inch cutter.
  4. Reserve 48 almond slices for garnish, then chop remainder.
  5. Stir together cheese, parsley, zest, black pepper, and chopped almonds in a bowl.
  6. Put 1/4 teaspoon cheese mixture onto each toast, then top with a pepper round, pressing down lightly. Mound 1/4 teaspoon more cheese mixture onto each pepper round and garnish with an almond slice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories38kcal
Protein11.51%
Fat46.56%
Carbs41.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.71
Glycemic Load
1.54
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0682608666627%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:37.55kcal
1.88%
Fat:2g
3.08%
Saturated Fat:0.92g
5.75%
Carbohydrates:4.05g
1.35%
Net Carbohydrates:3.32g
1.21%
Sugar:0.19g
0.21%
Cholesterol:3.18mg
1.06%
Sodium:252.91mg
11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.11g
2.22%
Vitamin C:6.76mg
8.19%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.65%
Fiber:0.73g
2.93%
Selenium:1.72µg
2.45%
Copper:0.05mg
2.39%
Folate:9.02µg
2.26%
Vitamin A:112.57IU
2.25%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.1%
Magnesium:7.81mg
1.95%
Phosphorus:19.38mg
1.94%
Iron:0.35mg
1.93%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.83%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.83%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.76%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.6%
Calcium:15.26mg
1.53%
Vitamin K:1.44µg
1.37%
Potassium:42.25mg
1.21%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious