Best 6 Pesto Roasted Red Pepper And Parmesan Bruschetta Recipes

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Are you looking for a mouthwatering and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your friends and family? Try pesto roasted red pepper and parmesan bruschetta! This delightful dish combines the vibrant flavors of pesto, the roasted sweetness of red peppers, and the rich, nutty taste of parmesan cheese. With just a few ingredients and a little time, you can create a culinary experience that will leave your taste buds tingling. So grab your apron and let's get started on this tantalizing recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RED PEPPER BRUSCHETTA



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Roasted red peppers take the place of tomatoes in this twist on traditional bruschetta. If your bakery doesn't offer baguettes, buy regular French bread instead then cut the slices in half to create the crunchy snacks. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 whole garlic bulb
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 medium sweet red peppers, halved and seeded
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 French bread baguette (about 12 ounces)

Steps:

  • Remove papery outer skin from garlic bulb (do not peel or separate cloves). Brush with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until softened. Cool., Broil red peppers 4 in. from the heat until skins blister, about 10 minutes. Immediately place peppers in a bowl; cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 15-20 minutes. , Peel off and discard charred skin. Coarsely chop peppers. Cut top off garlic head, leaving root end intact. Squeeze softened garlic from bulb and finely chop. , In a bowl, combine the parsley, basil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and remaining oil. Add peppers and garlic; mix well. Cut bread into 16 slices, 1/2 in. thick; broil until lightly toasted. Top with pepper mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 408mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED RED PEPPER BRUSCHETTA



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A quick, easy and elegant way to enjoy the flavors of fresh herbs, Parmesan cheese, capers and bell peppers.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 18m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices hard-crusted Italian or French bread, 1/2 inch thick
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red bell peppers, drained and cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
2 tablespoons freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Place bread on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Mix remaining ingredients except capers. Spoon onto bread.
  • Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until edges of bread are golden brown. Cut each bread slice lengthwise into thirds. Sprinkle with capers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

BRUSCHETTA WITH ROASTED SWEET RED PEPPERS



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This is a fast and easy appetizer or side dish which is colorful and delicious. You'll get compliments. My sons devour this in minutes!

Provided by NDATZ

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces Italian bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (16 ounce) jar marinated roasted sweet red peppers
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped fresh basil
1 onion, chopped
3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven's broiler.
  • Slice bread loaf into 1-inch thick portions. Brush each slice on one side with olive oil. Broil, oil-side up, until barely golden. Remove from broiler pan and cool.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together roasted pepper, garlic, tomato, basil, and onion. Sprinkle mixture evenly on each toast portion. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 358.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ITALIAN RED PEPPER BRUSCHETTA



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To make this easy appetizer, I halve a loaf of Italian bread, then top it with a blend of fresh basil, oregano, garlic and red peppers, tomatoes and cheeses. It's hard to eat just one slice! -Josephine Devereaux Piro of Easton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread
3 garlic cloves, minced, divided
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 large sweet red peppers, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
6 plum tomatoes, sliced
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese, julienned
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut bread in half lengthwise; place on a baking sheet. In a nonstick skillet, saute 2 garlic cloves in 2 tablespoons oil until tender. Brush over cut side of bread. , In the same skillet, saute the red peppers, onion, Italian seasoning and remaining garlic in remaining oil until vegetables are tender; remove from the heat. Add 2 tablespoons basil, parsley and oregano; cool slightly. Place in a blender or food processor; cover and process until pureed. Spread over bread., Top with tomato slices and cheese. Sprinkle with remaining basil. Bake at 400° for 10-13 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BRUSCHETTA WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS YUMMY!



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This is one of the recipes I've adpoted and made, using a tomato garlic mixture. We loved the added flavor of the roasted red peppers. To save time, you might want to use the roasted red peppers that you buy in a jar, which I think would work very well in this recipe. Hope you enjoy. We sure did.

Provided by Nimz_

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large red bell pepper (or 2 small)
1/4-1/2 extra virgin olive oil for brushing the pepper and French bread
1/2 loaf French bread, cut in half
2 cups chopped tomatoes, seeds removed
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2-1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (First Cold Press)
3 cloves chopped garlic
parmesan cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Brush red pepper with olive oil.
  • Roast red bell peppers over a medium indirect heat until charred on all sides. (This took about 20 minutes).
  • Place in bowl and cover with plastic wrap to steam.
  • When cool enough to handle, peel and remove seeds, cut into strips and reserve.
  • Mix the tomatoes, basil, parsley, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper together and set aside to allow the flavors to blend.
  • Brush each side of french bread with olive oil.
  • Grill the bread over medium heat until golden brown on both sides. (about 4-5 minutes on each side, but watch closely).
  • Cut each piece of french bread into 2 slices (I didn't use the very ends of the french bread).
  • Top with 4-5 slices of roasted pepper and spoon the tomato mixture over the top with some of the juice.
  • Add parmesan cheese and enjoy.

PESTO, ROASTED RED PEPPER AND PARMESAN BRUSCHETTA



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You can make the roasted red peppers and pesto at home, or you can use a store bought ones depending how much time you wish to spare. This recipe came from "The thousand best recipes" cookbook.

Provided by Katanashrp

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 12 pieces, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 12 diagonal slices
1 (8 ounce) jar roasted peppers
1 (8 ounce) jar pesto sauce
4 ounces parmesan cheese, shaved
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon pepper

Steps:

  • Toast, or grill bread slices.
  • Spread pesto.
  • Top with roasted peppers and parmesan chese.
  • Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.3, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 4361.1, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 17.7

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh basil and ripe tomatoes.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the basil and tomatoes by hand.
  • Be sure to toast the bread before adding the toppings.
  • You can also use other toppings, such as grilled vegetables, roasted chicken, or fresh mozzarella.
  • Serve the bruschetta immediately, while the bread is still warm and crispy.

Conclusion:

Pesto roasted red pepper and Parmesan bruschetta is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its fresh and flavorful ingredients, this dish is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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