# Garlic Herb White Bean Crostini

Creamy cannellini beans with garlic, lemon, parsley, and olive oil spread over crisp toasted baguette for an easy vegetarian appetizer.

Source URL: https://quickdinner.org/recipes/6aad974a81ff5bccdb316e16
Category: Appetizers & Snacks / Bruschetta & Crostini
Cooking method: Oven
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6

## Ingredients
- 1 loaf baguette
- 2 cans cannellini beans
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

## Cooking instructions
1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Slice the baguette into 18 diagonal pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet. Brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil. (about 5 min) (425°F)
2. Bake the baguette slices for 5 to 7 minutes, turning once, until crisp at the edges and lightly golden. (about 7 min) (425°F)
3. Drain and rinse the beans. Mash them with the garlic, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper until mostly smooth with some texture. (about 3 min)
4. Spoon the bean mixture onto the toasted baguette slices. Return them to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, until the topping is warmed through. (about 3 min) (425°F)
5. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with parsley before serving. (about 1 min)

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