White Bean Bruschetta Recipe

Name: White Bean Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cannellini beans, cooked (white); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, shredded or chiffonade; 1 -2 clove garlic, thinly sliced; salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste; 6 slices crusty Italian bread, cut into 1 inch thick slices; more olive oil, to dress the bread; garlic, to dress the bread

Servings: persons

1
Preheat grill pan or broiler.
2
In a bowl, gently combine the beans, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red pepper, basil and garlic.
3
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
It's nice if the mixture can sit for a half an hour or so.
5
For the bread: I usually warm a clove or two of chopped garlic in some olive oil to infuse the flavor.
6
This can be done on the stovetop over VERY low heat, or in the microwave heated for about 30 seconds.
7
Add a couple shakes of salt and pepper, and brush garlic oil evenly over the bread slices.
8
Toast bread under the broiler, or on a grill pan for a few minutes (3-5), until slightly brown and crisp, or until there are grill marks.
9
Top the bread slices with the bean mixture and drizzle any extra balsamic/oil over the top.
10
This bruschetta is nice served with a tossed green salad.

183

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cannellini beans, cooked (white), 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste), and more.

Yes, White Bean 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Bean Bruschetta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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