Roasted Pesto Pepper Poppers
Course: Snacks, AppetizersCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: EasyServings
6
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
20
minutesCalories
172
kcalThese oven-roasted pesto poppers caramelize in the oven as they bake, bringing out the natural sweetness of the peppers, balanced with a savory goat cheese and herb blend.
Ingredients
12 mini bell peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1/4 cup organic goat cheese
1/4 cup organic cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tbsp diced shallot
1 tsp cayenne pepper sauce
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay the mini pepper halves, cut-side up, on the sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the pesto, goat cheese, cream cheese, shallot, and cayenne pepper sauce.
- Fill the pepper halves with the pesto and cheese mixture. Sprinkle them with the thyme.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
6 servings per container
Serving Size1 servings
- Amount Per ServingCalories172
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
15g
24%
- Total Carbohydrate
5g
2%
- Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
- Protein 4g 8%
* 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.
