Bruschetta with White Beans Tomatoes and Olives
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Bruschetta with White Beans, Tomatoes, and Olives—a Mediterranean-inspired twist on the classic favorite. Featuring toasted slices of rustic bread brushed with extra virgin olive oil and infused with the subtle warmth of garlic, this recipe is topped with a colorful medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy cannellini beans, briny Kalamata olives, and fresh basil. A drizzle of red wine vinegar and a sprinkle of salt and pepper tie the flavors together for a perfectly balanced bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for entertaining or as a light, zesty starter. Serve it up fresh and watch it disappear! Perfect for summer gatherings and Mediterranean appetizer spreads, this bruschetta is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both delicious and wholesome.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette or rustic bread
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil, extra virgin
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cannellini beans (white beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the baguette or rustic bread into 1/2-inch thick slices.
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice lightly with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Bake the bread slices in the oven for 6-8 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the bread is toasting, mince the garlic cloves and set aside for later use.
In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cannellini beans, Kalamata olives, and fresh basil.
Drizzle the mixture with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Rub the toasted bread slices with the minced garlic for added flavor.
Spoon the white bean, tomato, and olive mixture onto each bread slice, spreading evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Bruschetta with White Beans, Tomatoes, and Olives!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.7 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7230 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.9 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 55.4 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2138 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
