Description
Experience a delightful blend of flavors with Herbed White Bean Crostini! This easy and elegant appetizer features crunchy toasted baguette slices topped with a creamy mixture of white beans, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these crostini are sure to impress your guests while keeping you stress-free in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into half-inch pieces and lay them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toast for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained cannellini beans, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mash slightly with a fork but leave some texture.
- Once the bread is toasted, generously top each slice with the bean mixture. Drizzle with additional olive oil for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg