Make Fresh and Healthy Avocado and Pea Pesto Bites | The Perfect Appetizer for Any Occasion
Do you want to make something delicious and healthy that your whole family will love? Look no further; try out these fresh, nutritious, and incredibly tasty Avocado and Pea Pesto Bites! Making them is easy; simply spread my avocado and pea pesto recipe on crackers or crostini slices, then top them with anything your heart desires, such as tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. Versatile yet simple enough to make any time whether it's for a busy weeknight dinner or preparing an appetizer delicacy for guests; these crunchy-on-the-outside creamy on the top bites will keep everyone licking their fingers. Let me show you just how easy it is to make these dreamy little snacks!
From French cheese and olive oil to American Saltine crackers, crackers have been enjoyed as snacks for centuries for their simple yet delicious flavor. There are so many different variations to cracker-based appetizers, from this version to adding deli meats and cheeses to spreading dips over them, that the possibilities are endless. Regardless of what type of cracker-based appetizers you choose, whether a classic or a fusion dish, they make the perfect snack or light meal. Plus, they can usually be made ahead before your guests arrive, allowing you to party worry-free! So why not give it a try tonight? Let's get the party started with some tasty cracker-based appetizers that both you and your guests will enjoy!
Here’s why you’ll Love this Recipe
The flavors are fresh and bright.
They are perfect for a healthy snack or a spring picnic.
You don’t have to feel guilty eating these.
The pesto can even be used on your favorite pasta.
Make Fresh and Healthy Avocado and Pea Pesto Bites | The Perfect Appetizer for Any Occasion
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place the extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper into a bowl and whisk until emulsified.
- Chiffonade the basil leaves and add to the bowl.
- Slice the tomatoes in half and place them into the bowl.
- Toss everything together and then set it aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Place a smear of cottage cheese onto each cracker, followed by a dollop of the pea pesto, and then finish with one or two marinated tomato halves on each one.
- Serve immediately on a platter of your choosing.
Notes
Crackers: You can use any favorite cracker for this recipe or thin slices of toasted French bread.
Cottage Cheese: You can replace cottage cheese with ricotta or even a smear of goat cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
99.47Carbs
11.59 gCholesterol
4.5 mgFat
3.94 gFiber
2.44 gNet carbs
9.14 gProtein
5.81 gSat. Fat
0.88 gSodium
210.9 mgSugar
5.68 gPlease note that the nutritional information on this website is calculated using online tools and may need to be more accurate. Use it as a rough guide only. We cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by relying solely on this data. You are responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information you use is accurate and useful. For more information, click here.
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