Bean & Tomato Spread
Need a fresh twist on bruschetta? This beans-and-tomatoes medley will give the traditional appetizer a run for its money and pairs well with just about any meal.
Ingredients
For 7 people
- 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 3/4 cup(s) cannellini beans, drained, reserving .25 cups of liquid
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice, fresh
- 1/2 cup(s) tomatoes, diced and drained well
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) basil
- 1 baguette, sliced into .5 inch slices
Directions
Heat oil in a medium skillet and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add beans, reserved liquid, sea salt, and pepper. Cook 2-3 minute. Add basil, parsley, and lemon juice and mix thoroughly. Mash up half of the beans with a fork. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place bread slices on baking sheet and bake 5 min until crispy. Remove and top slices with equal amounts of the bean puree and tomatoes.
Ready in 25 min
Nutrition facts
- Kcal: 89.6 kcal
- Fibers (g): 2.63g
- Sodium (mg): 480.44mg
- Carbs: 13.57g
- Fat: 2.28g
- Saturated fat (g): 0.28g
- Proteins: 4.49g