Best 6 Tuna And Roasted Pepper Crostini Recipes

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Tuna and roasted pepper crostini is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's perfect for parties or potlucks, and it's also a great way to use up leftover tuna. The combination of tuna, roasted peppers, and creamy cheese is irresistible, and the crostini are the perfect vessel for delivering all that flavor. Best of all, this recipe can be made in just a few minutes, so you can have a delicious snack or appetizer on the table in no time.

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TUNA CROSTINI



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Elegant and refined, with a surprisingly delightful crunch gets the party going. Crisp on the bottom, dense and rich on the top, it's the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Purchase pre-made crostini for extreme ease and convenience.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) can Genova Tuna in Olive Oil
1 French baguette, thinly sliced
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 Roma tomatoes, finely diced
1 tablespoon roasted garlic, minced
½ cup fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Drain tuna and place oil in a small bowl. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with oil on both sides. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Bake until crisp and golden, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Place tuna in a small bowl. Add lemon juice, tomatoes, garlic and half the basil, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Place tuna mixture on toast and garnish with remaining basil before serving.

ROASTED RED PEPPER FILLED WITH TUNA



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This recipe is an adaptation of a classic Provençal dish. A roasted red pepper filled with a flavorful combination of canned tuna, capers, anchovy and lemon juice makes a satisfying and healthy meal for one.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, for one, quick, roasts

Time 15m

Yield 1 generous serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium size or large red bell pepper
1 garlic clove
Pinch of salt
1 anchovy fillet, soaked in water to cover for 10 to 15 minutes, then drained, rinsed and patted dry (optional but recommended)
1 teaspoon capers, rinsed
1 5-oz. can water-packed tuna or olive oil-packed tuna, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (omit if using olive oil-packed tuna)
1 tablespoon plain low-fat yogurt (more to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Roast the pepper directly over a gas burner or under the broiler, turning often until uniformly charred. Remove from the heat, and place in a bowl. Cover tightly, and allow to cool.
  • While you're waiting for the pepper to cool, make the tuna filling. Combine the garlic and a generous pinch of salt in a mortar and pestle, and mash to a paste. Add the anchovy, if using, and mash with the garlic. Add the capers, and mash together. In a bowl, break up the tuna with a fork, then stir in the garlic mixture, the lemon juice, olive oil and the yogurt. Add more yogurt or olive oil if the mixture seems dry. Season to taste with pepper (it should not need salt), and stir in the parsley.
  • When the pepper is cool enough to handle, peel and discard the blackened skin, rinse briefly and pat dry. Cut away the top, then cut or pull apart the pepper into thirds. Remove seeds and membranes, holding the pepper over a bowl so that you can catch any juice. Lay the pepper pieces on a plate. Season with a little salt and pepper if desired, and fill with the tuna mixture. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 322, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 844 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET PEPPER CROSTINI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 slices baguette (1/2-inch-thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 to 3/4 cup roasted red bell pepper strips
1/3 to 1/2 cup grated smoked mozzarella or fontina

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet. Brush the oil over the bread slices. Bake until pale golden and crisp, about 15 minutes. Arrange the bell pepper strips atop the bread. Sprinkle with the cheese. Broil until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 439 milligrams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 grams

OLIVE AND ROASTED PEPPER CROSTINI



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Based on a recipe from Jill Sklar's and Annabel Cohen's book, Eating for Acid Reflux. They say in its intro, "An appetizer you can make in a hurry, these crostini are delicious as appetizers, to serve with soup or salad or anytime you need a quick snack. They exclude reflux triggers like tomatoes and garlic, yet still retain the flavors that make these such a popular appetizer choice. For variety, add ingredients, change ingredients, and develop your own repertoire of crostini." I haven't tried this yet.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 30-40 crostini rounds

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 French baguettes or 1 whole grain baguette
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
2 red bell peppers or 2 yellow bell peppers, roasted
1 cup asiago cheese, shredded
fresh parsley, chopped (garnish)
1 bunch basil leaves (garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Prepare baking sheet by spraying with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Slice baguette and brush rounds with olive oil. Sprinkle the next 4 ingredients over the rounds and place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes until the edges of the breads are crunch and the topping is hot.
  • Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

ROASTED RED PEPPER PESTO CROSTINI



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Make and share this Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Crostini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 24 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 baguette, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 roasted red peppers, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 ounces goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350°F.
  • Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly on both sides with the 1/4 cup olive oil.
  • Lightly toast both sides of bread in oven.
  • While the crostini are still warm, rub the top of each one with 1 of the garlic cloves. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the red peppers, the remaining garlic clove, the almonds, cheese, 3 Tbs. of the parsley, the lemon juice, the 2 teaspoons olive oil and the cayenne pepper. Pulse until a coarse puree forms. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Place the crostini in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Spread about 2 teaspoons of the goat cheese on each crostini.
  • Bake until the cheese is slightly soft and the crostini are warm, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a platter and top each with about 1 Tbs. of the red pepper pesto.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining 1 Tbs. parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.2, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 254.3, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6.4

TUNA AND ROASTED PEPPER CROSTINI



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Categories     Food Processor     Fish     Pepper     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Mayonnaise     Tuna     Bell Pepper     Winter     Capers     Gourmet

Yield Makes 24 crostini, serving 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

24 1/4-inch-thick diagonal slices cut from a long thin loaf of Italian or French bread
For tuna spread
a 6-ounce can Italian tuna packed in olive oil such as Progresso, not drained
3 flat anchovy fillets
1 garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with a pinch salt
1 teaspoon drained capers
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
red bell peppers
1 tablespoon drained capers
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • On a large baking sheet arrange bread slices in one layer and toast in middle of oven until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Make tuna spread:
  • In a food processor purée spread ingredients until blended well and season with salt and pepper. Toasts, tuna spread, and roasted peppers may be prepared up to this point 3 days ahead, toasts kept in an airtight container at room temperature and tuna spread and roasted peppers chilled, covered, in separate bowls. Bring tuna spread and roasted peppers to room temperature before serving.
  • Top toasts with tuna spread and roasted pepper strips and sprinkle with capers and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tuna: For the best flavor, use canned tuna packed in olive oil. You can also use canned tuna packed in water, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • Roast the peppers ahead of time: You can roast the peppers up to 2 days in advance. Just store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Use a good quality bread: A sturdy bread, like a baguette or ciabatta, will hold up well to the toppings. You can also use a sliced loaf of your favorite bread.
  • Spread the tapenade on first: This will help to keep the crostini from getting soggy.
  • Top with the tuna and roasted peppers: Be sure to spread the tuna and peppers evenly over the crostini.
  • Drizzle with olive oil: This will help to add flavor and moisture to the crostini.
  • Season with salt and pepper: To taste.
  • Serve immediately: These crostini are best served fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Tuna and roasted pepper crostini are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover tuna and roasted peppers. So next time you have some leftover tuna or roasted peppers, be sure to try this recipe. You won't be disappointed!

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