Apple, Ricotta And Pesto Croissant Sandwich
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- Prep Time15 min
- Total Time15 min
- Makes4 servings
(Photo: Roberto Caruso)
Crisp apple and a richly flavoured ricotta pesto make for a decadent and satisfying sandwich.
Ingredients
1/2 cup shelled salted pistachios
1/2 cup extra-smooth ricotta
1 small garlic clove
1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
4 croissants, sliced in half
1 firm, crisp red apple, thinly sliced
Instructions
Whirl pistachios with ricotta, garlic, rosemary and lemon juice in a food processor until combined. Add olive oil through the feed tube until thick. Scrape into a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Assemble sandwich by generously spreading both halves of each croissant with ricotta pesto. Fan apple slices over bottom halves and press gently. Sandwich with top halves.
Make Ahead Tip
Pesto will keep well, covered and refrigerated, up to a week.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 450, Protein 12g, Carbohydrates 37g, Fat 29g, Fibre 4g, Sodium 523mg.
