Tomato & Feta Pesto Bites

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11
Delicious Tomato and Feta Pesto Bites recipe for your snacktime
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 ounces puff pastry
1 ounce parmesan cheese , finely grated
1 ounce flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons pine nuts
4 ounces feta cheese , crumbled
1 garlic clove , crushed
4 tablespoons olive oil
12 cherry tomatoes , halved

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
234
Sugar
1g
Fat
19g
Tomato & Feta Pesto Bites are a gourmet selection of appetizers that can cater to the craving of both herbs and cheese lovers. The puffed pastry sheet serves as the perfect fluffy and crispy base, while the homemade pesto adds creaminess and burst of flavors to each bite-sized piece. Besides, the cherry tomatoes and parsley not only provide a pop of color and freshness, their varying textures too make every mouthful an indulgence. Served during a casual get-together or a formal dinner party, these bites are bound to leave your guests wanting more.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to a rectangle of about 20x30cm, then cut it into 12 squares.
3.Place the squares on a lined baking tray, leaving space between them, and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
4.Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and puffed up.
5.While the pastry is still warm, use your fingers to press the centers down slightly, creating a small indent for the tomato and feta filling.
6.In a food processor, combine parsley, pine nuts, feta cheese, garlic and olive oil to make a coarse pesto.
7.Fill the indents with the pesto mix and top each pastry with a cherry tomato half.
8.Serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

These Tomato and Feta Pesto Bites are quick and easy to make, perfect for a last-minute snack or appetizer.

The combination of buttery puff pastry, tangy feta cheese, and sweet juicy cherry tomatoes is irresistible.

The bites are healthy and nutritious as they are fortified with vitamins and minerals from cherry tomatoes, parsley, and garlic.

The recipe can be easily adapted to suit vegetarian diets.

CONS

Due to the high-fat content of puff pastry and feta cheese, these bites are not very weight-loss-friendly.

They can be high in sodium if too much salt is added during the cooking process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The tomatoes are a great source of vitamins C and K, potassium, and antioxidants, which have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, and stroke.
Parsley is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K and minerals like iron and calcium that can promote bone health.
Garlic has been shown to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can boost immune function and reduce inflammation in the body.
Pine nuts are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats that can help regulate cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

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