Creamy White Bean Crostini with Herbs

Creamy White Bean Crostini with Herbs

Toasted baguette slices topped with a savory and creamy white bean spread, infused with fresh herbs for an elegant appetizer.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
6
Time Required
25 min

Ingredients

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2 cans canned cannellini beans
3 cloves garlic
4 tbsp olive oil
1.5 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp fresh parsley
1 tsp fresh thyme
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
1 loaf baguette

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and drain the cannellini beans. Mince the garlic. Chop the fresh parsley and thyme.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine the drained beans, minced garlic, 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork until creamy but with some texture remaining.

  3. 3

    Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Brush both sides of the slices with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.

  4. 4

    Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast under a broiler or in a preheated oven at 400°F for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown.

    3 min

  5. 5

    Top each crostini with a generous spoonful of the white bean mixture.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately.