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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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed cannellini beans, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, and finely diced red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and tomato mixture, and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well-coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Set the salad aside for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Toast sliced baguette pieces until golden brown and crisp, either in a toaster oven or on a grill pan.
To serve, spoon the white bean bruschetta mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
Optional: Top each bruschetta with shaved parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Enjoy the salad as an appetizer, snack, or light meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.1 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 3955 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.7 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.6 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1039 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2353 mg | 50% | |
*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.
