White Bean Crostini With Spicy Cucumbers Recipe

Name: White Bean Crostini With Spicy Cucumbers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound navy beans, soaked overnight and drained; 3 large garlic cloves, 1 minced; 2 thyme sprigs; 1 bay leaf; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; Table salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 European cucumber, very thinly sliced crosswise; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 40 1/2- inch-thick baguette slices, toasted

Servings: persons

1/2 pound navy beans, soaked overnight and drained
3 large garlic cloves, 1 minced
2 thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Table salt and freshly ground pepper
1 European cucumber, very thinly sliced crosswise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
40 1/2- inch-thick baguette slices, toasted

1
Put the beans in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Add the 2 whole garlic cloves, thyme sprigs and bay leaf and bring to a simmer over moderate heat. Cover partially and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
2
Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Transfer the beans, garlic and cooking liquid to a food processor and puree. Press the puree through a coarse strainer into a bowl. Stir in the olive oil and lemon juice and season with table salt and pepper.
3
Spread the cucumber slices in a large glass baking dish. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic with the vinegar, sugar, kosher salt and crushed red pepper; stir to dissolve the sugar and salt. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and toss. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, tossing occasionally.
4
Just before serving, spread each slice of toast with white bean puree and top with cucumber slices. Arrange the crostini on a platter and serve.
5
Notes: One Serving: Calories 112 kcal, Total Fat 9 gm, Saturated Fat 3 gm

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound navy beans, soaked overnight and drained, 3 large garlic cloves, 1 minced, 2 thyme sprigs, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, White Bean Crostini With Spicy Cucumbers 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.

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White Bean Crostini With Spicy Cucumbers

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