Esca Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Esca Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; ¼ cup shredded fresh basil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon minced rosemary; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 (19 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained & rinsed; 2 (6 ounce) cans mackerel in olive oil or 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, drained and broken up into large chunks; 1 small red onion; italian peasant bread, grilled or toasted; rosemary sprig, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup shredded fresh basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon minced rosemary
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 (19 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
2 (6 ounce) cans mackerel in olive oil or 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, drained and broken up into large chunks
1 small red onion
italian peasant bread, grilled or toasted
rosemary sprig, for garnish (optional)

1
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, basil, garlic, crushed red pepper and minced rosemary.
2
Season with salt & pepper.
3
In a large bowl, combine the beans with the mackerel or tuna, and tosss gently.
4
Add the dressing and toos again.
5
Mound 1/4 cup of salad on each toast.
6
Garnish with rosemary sprigs and serve.
7
TIP: Don't mix this salad too far in advance, since the acid in the vinegar will discolor the herbs and leaves.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, ¼ cup shredded fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Esca Bruschetta falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Esca Bruschetta

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