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White Bean and Rosemary Crostini
This White Bean & Rosemary Crostini is a creamy, savory spread ideal for elegant entertaining or cozy appetizers. Featuring cannellini beans blended with garlic, lemon, and rosemary, this dish brings a balance of brightness and earthiness on every crisp slice of baguette. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors, it’s a perfect pairing for wine nights or holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, it delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 15 oz cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon rind (grated )
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried))
  • salt (to taste)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 baguette (sliced)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Sauté Garlic

  • In a small pan over medium heat, lightly sauté the minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2: Blend Spread

  • In a food processor, combine cannellini beans, lemon juice, grated lemon rind, sautéed garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

Step 3: Toast Bread

  • Lightly toast the baguette slices until golden and crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes in a 400°F oven or under a broiler.

Step 4: Assemble & Serve

  • Spread the white bean mixture onto toasted baguette slices. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary or a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips

  • Toast baguette slices with olive oil for extra crispness
  • Substitute cannellini beans with great northern beans
  • Add a drizzle of olive oil before serving for richness
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for texture
  • Add cracked black pepper or red pepper flakes for heat
  • Blend beans smooth or leave slightly chunky for texture
  • Rub toasted bread with a cut garlic clove before topping
  • Garnish with extra fresh rosemary or parsley
  • Serve warm or at room temperature
  • Excellent paired with olives or cured vegetables

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.6gSodium: 220mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1.5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword appetizer, crostini, garlic, party food, rosemary, rustic, vegetarian, white beans
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