A simple idea for lunch break
The puff pastry baskets with Nobili fresh mozzarella and asparagus are a simple yet impressive appetizer, perfect for festive days and for those who love fresh, spring flavors. An easy-to-prepare recipe that captivates with its elegance and lightness.
Crispy on the outside, with a melty and fragrant center, these baskets can be served either as a starter for an important meal or as a light main dish for an outdoor lunch.
Nobili fresh mozzarella, with its soft texture and delicate taste, is the perfect star to accompany asparagus, the vegetable symbol of spring.
Ingredients for 6 servings
- 1 rectangular sheet of puff pastry
- 150 g of Nobili fresh mozzarella
- 10-12 fresh asparagus
- 1 egg yolk for brushing (optional)
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame or poppy seeds for decoration (optional)
Step-by-step preparation
1. Clean the asparagus
- Clean the asparagus by removing the tougher ends and boil them for 5-6 minutes in lightly salted water, then drain and set aside.
2. Unroll the puff pastry
- Unroll the puff pastry and cut out 6 squares. Place them inside a muffin tin or small cocottes, forming baskets.
3. Cut the mozzarella
- Cut the Nobili fresh mozzarella into cubes and distribute them inside the baskets.
4. Add the asparagus
- Add 2-3 pieces of asparagus to each basket, arranging the tips on top.
- If desired, brush the edges of the pastry with egg yolk and decorate with some seeds.
5. Bake
- Bake in a static oven at 190°C for about 20 minutes, until golden brown.
5. Serve
- Let cool slightly and serve.
A festive appetizer
Easy to prepare, beautiful to look at, and irresistible to taste: the puff pastry baskets with mozzarella and asparagus are the perfect idea to bring spring to the table.
Try them as an appetizer in your Easter menu, or for an Easter Monday lunch outdoors: they always make a great impression.
Enjoy your meal!