White Bean Bruschetta Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this White Bean Bruschetta Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece that effortlessly combines wholesome ingredients with bold taste. Featuring protein-packed cannellini beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors. Perfectly complemented by golden, crisp baguette slices, it can be enjoyed as an elegant appetizer, a satisfying snack, or a light meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for both casual gatherings and dinner parties. Optional shaved parmesan adds a touch of indulgence, making this dish a versatile crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 15 oz cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 0.25 cups red onion (finely diced)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 8 pieces baguette slices (toasted)
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese (optional, shaved)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed cannellini beans, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, and finely diced red onion.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the bean and tomato mixture, and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well-coated.
Step 4
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 5
Set the salad aside for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Toast sliced baguette pieces until golden brown and crisp, either in a toaster oven or on a grill pan.
Step 7
To serve, spoon the white bean bruschetta mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
Step 8
Optional: Top each bruschetta with shaved parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Step 9
Enjoy the salad as an appetizer, snack, or light meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1132.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1693.7 |
| Total Fat 69.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 47.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3955.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 204.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.5g | |
| Protein 73.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 23.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1038.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2353.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories