Roasted Red Pepper Crostini With Balsamic Reduction

Name: Roasted Red Pepper Crostini With Balsamic Reduction
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large red bell peppers; 3 tablespoons pine nuts (or nuts of choice); 1 red jalapeno chile; 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 ½ tablespoons chopped of fresh mint; 3 garlic cloves, minced (1 Tbs.); ½ cup balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon agave syrup (or honey); 6 thick slices ciabatta, toasted

Servings: persons

1
Toast pine nuts in skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes, or until browned, shaking pan constantly.
2
Set aside.
3
Preheat broiler, and place oven rack in highest position.
4
Coat bell peppers and jalapeno with 1 teaspoons oil.
5
Place on baking sheet, and broil 15 minutes, or until blistered and partially blackened on all sides, turning often.
6
Transfer to bowl, cover, and cool.
7
Peel and seed.
8
Slice bell peppers into thin strips, finely chop jalapeno, and transfer to bowl.
9
Add pine nuts, parsley, mint, minced garlic, and remaining 2 teaspoons oil; toss to combine.
10
Season with black pepper.
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Meanwhile, bring vinegar and agave syrup to a simmer in small saucepan over medium heat.
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Cook 10 minutes, or until mixture reduces to about 3 Tbs.
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and coats bottom of pan when pan is tilted, stirring occasionally.
14
Stir 1 Tbs.
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balsamic syrup into roasted pepper mixture.
16
Marinate roasted pepper mixture 30 minutes, or chill overnight.
17
Top bread slices with roasted pepper mixture, and drizzle with remaining balsamic reduction.
18
Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large red bell peppers, 3 tablespoons pine nuts (or nuts of choice), 1 red jalapeno chile, 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Roasted Red Pepper Crostini With Balsamic Reduction falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!