White Bean Bruschetta
A fresh and flavorful appetizer featuring creamy white beans, ripe tomatoes, and a hint of garlic on toasted baguette slices. Perfect for entertaining or as a light snack.
Nutrition
Calories: 275cal
Carbohydrate: 32g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
10 min Cook
30 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- Bake the bread slices in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, combine white beans, cherry tomatoes, garlic, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and basil. Mix gently to combine.
- Spoon a generous amount of the bean mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
- Optional: Top with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your White Bean Bruschetta!
