Description
A delightful appetizer featuring fresh peas and savory prosciutto on crispy crostini, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh peas
- 4 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush the baguette slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the baguette slices for about 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- In a bowl, mash the fresh peas and mix in ricotta cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the pea mixture on each crostini.
- Top with a slice of prosciutto.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the prosciutto.
- Can be prepared in advance; assemble just before serving for best texture.
- Experiment with different herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Pea and Prosciutto Crostini, appetizer, crostini, Italian cuisine