White Bean Avocado Appetizer Toasts
Elevate your snack or party spread with these delectable White Bean Avocado Appetizer Toasts, a perfect blend of creamy, zesty, and savory flavors. This recipe combines protein-packed cannellini beans and ripe avocado, mashed together with garlic, lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for a chunky-yet-smooth spread. Crispy slices of crusty bread act as the ideal base, while cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley or cilantro add vibrant, refreshing pops of color and flavor. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, these easy-to-make appetizer toasts are perfect for entertaining or as a quick, nutritious snack. Add a dash of red pepper flakes for a spicy twist, and serve warm for a hearty yet light bite that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cannellini beans (white beans), canned
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 small garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 8 pieces crusty bread (e.g., baguette or sourdough), sliced
- 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet.
Lightly brush both sides of the bread slices with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and toast them in the oven for 5 minutes or until they are golden and crispy. Set aside to cool slightly.
Rinse and drain the cannellini beans. Place them in a medium bowl.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into the bowl with the beans.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, the minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mash the mixture with a fork until it has a chunky yet creamy texture.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.
Spread a generous amount of the white bean and avocado mixture onto each toasted bread slice.
Top each toast with a cherry tomato half and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro.
Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Serve immediately while the bread is slightly warm and crispy. Enjoy your White Bean Avocado Appetizer Toasts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.0 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4190 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.0 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.4 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.4 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3953 mg | 84% | |
*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.
