Smashed Peas and Mint Bruschetta

Bruschetta is a traditional Italian dish that dates back to the 15th century. It was originally a way to use up stale bread by toasting it and topping it with various ingredients.

This is vegan, gluten free and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 15 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Smashed Peas and Mint Bruschetta

Cooking Method: Boiling, Toasting Cuisine: Italian Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Quick Meals Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 5 min Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Frozen peas
• 2 tablespoon Fresh mint leaves
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 slice Baguette

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
2. Add the fresh mint leaves, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the peas. Use a fork or a potato masher to smash the peas until chunky.
3. Toast the slices of baguette until golden brown.
4. Spoon the smashed peas mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 17g6%

Sugars 3g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.