Quick Spring Pea Bruschetta Elegant Appetizer
Fresh pea bruschetta brings bright spring flavor to crispy toasted bread with creamy ricotta and fresh mint. You’ll have an elegant appetizer ready in 15 minutes that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen.
The sweet peas pair beautifully with lemon and herbs, making this lighter than traditional tomato bruschetta.
Why Fresh Peas Make All the Difference
Fresh peas have a natural sweetness and tender texture that frozen peas can’t match for this recipe. Look for bright green pods that feel full and snap crisply when bent. If you can’t find fresh peas, use thawed frozen peas but pat them completely dry first.
The quick blanching keeps the peas bright green and just tender enough to mash lightly while maintaining some texture. Don’t skip this step – raw peas are too starchy and lack the sweet flavor you want here.
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Quick Spring Pea Bruschetta Elegant Appetizer
Equipment Needed
- Medium saucepan
- Large bowl with ice water
- Toaster or grill pan
- Fork for mashing
- Small mixing bowl
Instructions
- Blanch peas: Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to boil. Add fresh peas and cook for 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Immediately drain and plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain thoroughly and pat dry.
- Toast bread: Toast bread slices until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side in a toaster or grill pan. Brush one side of each slice with 1 tablespoon olive oil while still warm.
- Make ricotta mixture: In a small bowl, mix ricotta with lemon juice, lemon zest, and half the mint. Season with salt and pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare pea mixture: Lightly mash peas with a fork, leaving some whole for texture. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and remaining mint. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble bruschetta: Spread ricotta mixture evenly on oiled side of each toast. Top with pea mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cut each slice in half diagonally and serve immediately while toast is still crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (2 pieces)
