Toasted Flat Bread with Pesto

Elevate your snack game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Toasted Flat Bread with Pesto. Featuring golden, crispy flatbreads topped with a vibrant homemade basil pesto, this dish is a simple yet gourmet treat that's ready in just 20 minutes. The pesto blends fresh basil, nutty Parmesan, rich pine nuts, and a dash of lemon for a zesty twist, while the olive oil ensures a luxuriously creamy texture. Perfect as a light appetizer, snack, or accompaniment to soups and salads, these flatbreads are customizable with a pinch of red pepper flakes for added heat. Whether you're hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy flatbread recipe delivers bold, fresh flavors you'll crave.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Flatbreads (such as naan or pita)
• 2 cups Basil leaves (fresh)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (peeled)
• 0.25 cup Pine nuts
• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0 Black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
• 0 Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet or griddle pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Brush a small amount of olive oil on both sides of the flatbreads to prevent sticking and help them crisp up.

Step 3

Place the flatbreads in the heated pan and toast for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown spots appear and they are warmed through. Remove from heat and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

To make the pesto, combine fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, pine nuts, lemon juice, salt, and a dash of freshly ground black pepper in a food processor or blender.

Step 5

With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until the mixture becomes a smooth, creamy paste. Stop to scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.

Step 6

Taste the pesto and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if desired.

Step 7

Spread a generous layer of the prepared pesto onto the toasted side of each flatbread.

Step 8

Cut the flatbreads into wedges or slices for easy serving.

Step 9

Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a hint of spice, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1010.8 grams (1010.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2766

Total Fat 218.00g	279%
Saturated Fat 62.10g	311%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.50g
Cholesterol 191mg	64%
Sodium 5424mg	236%
Total Carbohydrate 93.70g	34%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 5.20g
Protein 121.00g	242%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3520mg	271%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 2000mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.6%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 13.3%