• May 20, 2023
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White Bean Bruschetta

This delicious bruschetta features crispy bread topped with a flavorful combination of white beans, tomatoes, and spices. It can be enjoyed as a side dish or appetizer, and is guaranteed to please a crowd with its enticing flavors and textures.

• 9 ingredients
• 25 minutes
• 4 Servings

Ingredients

1 whole-wheat French baguette, cut into 12 thin slices on the bias
1/4 cup of olive oil, divided
1 cup of chopped white onion
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of dried basil
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1 cup of canned navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 tomatoes, cored and cubed
2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar

Directions

1. Slice the baguette on the diagonal into thin slices, aiming for approximately 12 slices from a standard-sized baguette.
3. In a large sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
5. Place the bread slices in the pan and cook over medium-high heat until they sizzle and turn golden. Before flipping the bread, add an additional tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and cook the second side until golden as well.
7. For the topping, cook the chopped onions and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat until the onions become soft, which should take around 7 minutes.
9. Add the minced garlic, dried basil, and dried oregano to the pan and cook for an additional minute or two until fragrant.
11. Stir in the rinsed and drained navy beans, and continue cooking for another five minutes over low heat.
13. Add the cubed tomatoes to the pan and turn off the heat, allowing the tomatoes to warm through without further cooking.
15. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar into the pan and gently stir to combine all the flavors.
17. Scoop heaping spoonful of the tomato-bean mixture onto the grilled bread slices and serve.

Notes

Choose good-quality bread: Opt for a sturdy and good-quality baguette or Italian bread that can hold up well with the toppings.

Add fresh herbs: Enhance the flavor of the bruschetta by adding fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or oregano. These herbs will provide a bright and fresh taste.

Add garlic: For an extra layer of flavor, rub a clove of garlic on the toasted bread before adding the toppings. This will infuse the bread with a subtle garlic aroma.

Season well: Season the white beans with salt, pepper, and a touch of lemon juice to bring out their flavors. Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.

Add toppings: Get creative and add your favorite toppings to the white beans. Chopped tomatoes, red onions, roasted red peppers, or other ingredients of your choice can provide added flavor and texture.

Serve immediately: To ensure the best texture and freshness, serve the bruschetta immediately after assembling. This will keep the bread crispy and the toppings vibrant.

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