Asparagus and Mozzarella Toast

Name: Asparagus and Mozzarella Toast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian, European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: * 2 slices of Sourdough bread; * 2 tablespoons of olive oil; * 1/2 teaspoon of Mediterranean herb mix; * 8 stems of asparagus, trimmed; * 1 teaspoon of olive oil; * 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar; * Salt and pepper to taste; * 2 teaspoons of sun-dried tomato pesto; * 240g of buffalo mozzarella; * Drizzle of olive oil; * Chilli flakes; * Basil leaves

8 steps

Prep:10minCook:5min

This Grilled Asparagus and Mozzarella Toast recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. The combination of tender grilled asparagus, creamy buffalo mozzarella, and tangy sun-dried tomato pesto, all nestled on top of crispy, toasted sourdough bread, makes for a delicious and satisfying meal. The Mediterranean herb mix adds an extra burst of flavour to the toast, while the balsamic vinegar gives the asparagus a touch of sweetness. This recipe is easy to make and can be adapted to suit your taste preferences. Serve it as a light meal on its own or pair it with a side salad for a more filling dish.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:01:47 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories662.5 kcal (33%)

Total Fat55 g (79%)

Carbs18.8 g (7%)

Sugars3.7 g (4%)

Protein23.7 g (47%)

Sodium1324.2 mg (66%)

Fiber2.2 g (8%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

2 servings

Instructions

Step 1

1. Preheat the grill, grill pan or barbecue.

Step 2

2. Mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil with Mediterranean herb mix in a small bowl. Brush the sourdough slices with the mixture.

Step 3

3. Grill the bread slices for a few minutes on each side, until they are toasted and golden brown.

Step 4

4. In a separate bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Trim off the woody ends of the asparagus and add the tender part to the mixture. Toss until the asparagus is coated evenly.

Step 5

5. Grill the asparagus to your liking, until they are cooked through but still slightly crunchy.

Step 6

6. To assemble the toast, spread 1 teaspoon of sun-dried tomato pesto on each slice of bread. Add the buffalo mozzarella on top, and then the grilled asparagus.

Step 7

7. Drizzle the toast with olive oil, sprinkle with chilli flakes, and garnish with basil leaves.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious and healthy grilled asparagus and mozzarella toast

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