Pea Bruschetta with Parmesan and Lemon Recipe
A fresh and vibrant pea bruschetta recipe featuring a creamy pea topping, toasted ciabatta, and garnished with parmesan, lemon zest, and pea shoots. This easy appetizer combines bright flavors and crunchy textures, perfect for a quick snack or elegant starter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pea Topping
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Small handful of pea shoots (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 clove garlic (save the other half for the bruschetta)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bruschetta
- 6 slices ciabatta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 clove garlic
To Garnish
- Extra parmesan cheese
- Lemon zest
- Fresh pea shoots
- Black pepper
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Make the Pea Topping: Place frozen peas, pea shoots, grated parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and half a clove of garlic into a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped and combined into a rough paste. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Prepare the Bread: Preheat your broiler or grill to high. Drizzle the ciabatta slices evenly with olive oil.
- Toast the Bread: Place the bread slices under the broiler or on the grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, until crisp and golden brown.
- Rub Garlic on Toast: While the toast is still warm, rub the remaining half clove of garlic lightly over the surface of each slice to infuse subtle flavor.
- Assemble Bruschetta: Spread the prepared pea topping evenly over each toasted slice.
- Garnish: Top each bruschetta with additional parmesan cheese, a sprinkle of lemon zest, some fresh pea shoots, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and finish with a dash of black pepper.
Notes
- Use frozen peas for convenience, fresh peas can be used when in season.
- Pea shoots are optional but add a fresh, delicate flavor and attractive garnish.
- Adjust garlic and lemon juice quantities based on personal taste preferences.
- Serve immediately after assembling for the best texture of toast.
- Can be served as a light appetizer or a snack.
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