Best 6 Pesto Blts Recipes
Dive into the world of culinary delight with our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect pesto BLT. Explore the harmonious blend of pesto's vibrant flavors, from the nutty richness of basil to the sharp tang of Parmesan cheese, perfectly complementing the crispy bacon, ripe tomatoes, and crisp lettuce. Discover the art of selecting the freshest ingredients, from choosing plump tomatoes and crisp lettuce to finding the right balance of pesto and bacon. Unleash your creativity with variations and substitutions, such as using sun-dried tomatoes, adding a drizzle of balsamic glaze, or opting for a vegetarian alternative to bacon. Embark on a culinary journey to elevate the classic BLT sandwich with the vibrant flavors of pesto.
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PESTO
Basic pesto, made with basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. This recipe differs from the classic preparation by the addition of parsley. You can add a little extra Parmesan to the mixture if you like.
Provided by ANDERVAL
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and nuts in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend to a smooth paste. Add parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 59.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
PESTO BLTS
"I first tasted this delicious combination in a local bistro," recalls Robyn Larabee. She's been making the hefty sandwiches ever since at home in Lucknow, Onatario. It's a tasty way to use up those last, languishing garden tomatoes! TIP: Robyn says her BLTs are especially good served on rustic, homemade whole wheat-and-honey bread.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pesto and pepper. Spread evenly over one side of each slice of toast. On two slices, layer with cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato; top with remaining toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
FRESH MOZZARELLA BLT WITH PESTO
Steps:
- Slice the baguette open, leaving one side attached to form a hinge. Cook the bacon in a skillet over low heat until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Combine the pesto with the mayonnaise and smear on the bottom part of the bread. Layer the romaine on the bread, then the tomato, bacon and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper; close the sandwich and wrap in parchment paper.
THE WORLD'S BEST B L T SANDWICH
So simple, and yet so many subtle differences transform "good" to "world's best." the way a sandwich is assembled is key to how good it tastes. A gread sandwich is never dry (too bready). I pull out and discard all the soft white centers from baguettes, leaving two cano-shaped halves. This hollowed out bread is then packed full and doused with a generous splash of "house" dressing. Closing one of these sandwiches is like shutting an overpacked suitcase!
Provided by MarieRynr
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- First make the house dressing, by combining all ingredients in a blender except for the olive oil.
- With the motor running, very slowly drizzle in the olive oil and mix until it is fully combined.
- Under a broiler or on a griddle, lightly toast the inside of the baguette.
- Combine the mayonnaise and pesto.
- Spread the pesto mayonnaise all over the inside of both halves of the baguette.
- Lay the bacon along the length of the bottom half of the bread.
- Lay the tomato slices on top of the bacon and drizzle with the house dressing.
- Fill the remaining cavity with the lettuce leaves.
- Close the sandwich tightly.
- Cut on the diagonal with a sharp serrated knife into 2 to 4 pieces.
- You may need toothpicks to keep the sandwiches together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2468.9, Fat 95.2, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 36.8, Sodium 3536.6, Carbohydrate 337, Fiber 18.9, Sugar 44.9, Protein 71.3
SALMON BLT SANDWICH
This salmon BLT is a quick and dressed-up dinner that it just amazing.
Provided by Sorcha Morency
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and extra crispy, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
- While the bacon is cooking, place bread on a baking sheet and use a pastry brush to lightly coat the tops with olive oil.
- Toast bread, without turning, under the preheated broiler until crispy (like a crouton), about 4 minutes, watching carefully as it toasts. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to a large skillet with butter. Season salmon with salt and place skin-side down in the hot pan. Cook until skin is crispy and salmon is nearly cooked through, about 6 minutes. Flip and cook until top side of fish is just browned, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from the pan, discard skins, and sprinkle with seasoned salt.
- Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on the untoasted side of a bread slice. Top with 1 salmon fillet, 1 tablespoon pesto, 2 lettuce leaves, 2 tomato slices, 2 slices bacon, 1 slice Havarti cheese, and a slice of bread, toasted-side out. Repeat to assemble remaining sandwich.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1241.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 170.7 mg, Fat 100.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 56.2 g, SaturatedFat 28.5 g, Sodium 1544.8 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
SMALL BATCH DILL PESTO
Dill pesto is one of my favorite ways to kick up the flavor on broiled or baked fish. It's also very good served over grilled or roasted veggies. I used a small bunch of dill.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Pesto Sauce
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place dill fronds (a few stems are OK), walnuts, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes into the bowl of a food processor. If you have a mini or small food processor, it will be large enough for this recipe.
- Pulse until everything is minced well, scraping down the sides as necessary. With the machine running, drizzle in the olive oil, blending for a few seconds until smooth.
- If not serving immediately, store the pesto in an airtight container and chill until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 175.2 mg
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh basil in your pesto. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but the flavor will be less intense.
- Use a good quality olive oil in your pesto. Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice, but you can use a lighter olive oil if you prefer.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can make pesto by hand. Simply chop the basil, garlic, and nuts by hand, then stir in the olive oil and Parmesan cheese.
- Pesto is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. Try it on pasta, sandwiches, pizza, or as a dip for vegetables.
- If you have leftover pesto, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
The BLT sandwich is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and satisfying. Adding pesto to the mix takes it to the next level, creating a sandwich that is both flavorful and unique. If you're looking for a new way to enjoy a BLT, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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