Go Back
+ servings
Print Recipe
No ratings yet

White Bean Crostini

For even faster prep, serve dip style in a decorative bowl, with baguette slices on the side, and let guests plate their own.
Course: Snack
Keyword: cannellini beans, crostini, dip, white bean
Servings: 32 crostini
Calories: 135kcal
Author: Genevieve Doll

Ingredients

  • 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans
  • ½ cup vegetable stock
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 large baguette
  • lemon zest, for garnish
  • thyme leaves, for garnish
  • red pepper flakes, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Drain and rinse beans.
  • Heat a medium pot over medium heat and add beans, broth, butter, garlic and salt. Bring to a simmer, and reduce heat to medium low.
  • Simmer for about 7 minutes, until liquid is partially reduced.
  • Meanwhile slice baguette on diagonal into ½ inch slices. Toast on a baking sheet for 5-6
    minutes until slightly crispy.
  • Remove beans from heat and mash with a potato masher. Stir in lemon juice. Consistency should be soft and spreadable. Season to taste.
  • Spread about 1 Tbs beans on each slice of baguette.
  • Garnish with lemon zest, thyme and red pepper flakes.

Notes

HOW-TO VIDEO:

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 268mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g