October 19 2021 recipe & photo by Megan Ellam![Megan Ellam]()
, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE![Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE]()
in Recipes, Appetizer, Side dish
, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE
in Recipes, Appetizer, Side dish Keto bruschetta brie
A decadent keto appetizer that will set the stage for an epic low carb spread. Gooey melted brie topped with pesto and fresh tomatoes. Pairs perfectly with Megan Ellam's seasoned avocado crackers.
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Ingredients
- 9 oz. 260 g round brie cheese
- 3 tbsp 3 tbsp green pesto
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 oz. 55 g cherry tomatoes, sliced
- ¼ cup (1⁄3 oz.) 60 ml (11 g) fresh basil, torn
- ¼ cup (1¼ oz.) 60 ml (35 g) pine nuts
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Making low carb simple
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Line a small baking tray with parchment paper and place the brie in the middle of the tray.
- Combine one-third of the pesto with all of the olive oil in a small bowl. Then, spoon it over the brie.
- Transfer the pesto-topped brie to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is soft.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry frying pan until golden.
- Spoon the remaining pesto over the brie. Top with cherry tomatoes, basil leaves, and pine nuts.
Tips
Use a store-bought pesto or make your own.
Add 1-2 tablespoons of chopped kalamata olives for a bit of extra saltiness and acid.
Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Serving suggestions
Serve with crackers or keto bread.
Best served immediately but can be served hot or cold.
Diet Doctor’s recipe team has slightly adjusted this recipe to follow our guidelines. You’ll find the original recipe at Megan Ellam's Mad Creations Hub.
