White Bean Crostini

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Weight Watchers White Bean Crostini is a delightful and wholesome snack or appetizer. Anyone searching for a nice and filling treat will love this recipe. This dish is made with beans, garlic, and olive oil. Cannellini Beans are a type of white bean that is high in fiber and protein, making it a satisfying and healthy food. They are fantastic options for anyone following the Weight Watchers diet because they are also low in fats and calories. This recipe contains only 67 calories. It is perfect for chaotic weeknights or particular events. Try this recipe with different types of bread for a unique flavor. Serve the creamy and velvety white bean spread with toasted bread. This Weight Watchers White Bean Crostini is a simple, decent, and instant recipe. Let’s prepare the dish with the (mentioned below) guidelines.

EQUIPMENT:

  • A sharp knife
  • Grill pan
  • Food blender
  • Small bowl
  • Teaspoons

INGREDIENTS:

For the White Bean Spreads:

  • Canned Northern or Cannellini Beans 2 cups
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
  • Water 4 tbsp
  • Fresh thyme 1 tbsp
  • Chopped garlic clove 1
  • Fresh black pepper, add according to flavor
  • Kosher salt, to taste

For the Crostini:

  • 8 pieces of baguette, approx. 4 oz.
  • Garlic clove 1
  • Olive oil spray
  • Fresh thyme for topping
  • Balsamic vinegar

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preparation of crostini:

  1. Slice the bread thinly into one-fourth-inch pieces with a knife.
  2. Next, preheat a grill pan for one to two minutes.
  3. After that, mist the pan with cooking spray and add bread slices to this pan.
  4. Toast it for 3 to 4 minutes or until the outer corners are well-browned.
  5. Next, gently rub the bread with a half-cut garlic clove once it has toasted.
  6. Now, the bread is prepared for topping.

Preparation of White bean spread:

  1. Add salt, fresh thyme, canned beans, water, garlic clove, and olive oil to a blender.
  2. Grind all items at a moderate speed for three to five minutes.
  3. After that, open the blender and check the spread.
  4. Transfer it to a small bowl. The creamy white bean spread is ready.

Serving:

  1. Spread two teaspoons of white bean spread over each portion.
  2. Then, garnish with fresh thyme. Just before serving, pour a little balsamic vinegar.
  3. The Weight Watchers White Bean Crostini is ready.

VARIATIONS:

Vinegar:

  • Cover the crostini with balsamic sauce. Simply place a saucepan of vinegar on the fire and cook it until it becomes viscous and sticky.

Herbs:

  • Replace the rosemary herb with fresh or dried thyme.

Heat:

  • Mix the white beans with a little red pepper flakes.

UNIQUE SERVING IDEAS:

Snack:

  • Serve this white bean dish as a light picnic meal or party snack.

Wine:

  • Pair it with Weight Watchers-friendly wine.

Brunch:

  • Enjoy this dish with eggs benedict, grilled vegetable skewers, and fresh fruit salads.

Game day snack:

  • Accompany it with spicy chicken, mixed green salads, queso, and chicken wings.

Special occasion appetizers:

  • Serve it with a grilled shrimp cocktail, mini crab cakes, and Heirloom tomato salad.

TIPS:

Ingredients:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients like garlic and olive oil.

Avoid Over-processing:

  • Don’t over-process the beans, as this can make them mushy.

Aromatics:

  • Add aromatics such as celery and onion to the saucepan while the beans are cooking to give the dish more depth and flavor.

Don’t over-toast:

  • Avoid over-toasting the bread as this may cause it to become crumbly and dry.

Select the beans:

  • Choose good-quality beans that are canned or dried.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

  • Store the White Bean Crostini in a tightly sealed box and refrigerate it for three to eight days.

Freezer:

  • Save the spread in the freezer for sixty to ninety days.

FAQs:

Can I add different toppings to prepare this White Bean Crostini dish?

  • Yes, you can add different toppings including grated low-fat Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh herbs, sliced red onion, or diced tomatoes.

How should the bread for the crostini be toasted?

  • The bread can be toasted on a grill, toaster, or regular oven. Toast it until it is browned and crispy.

What sort of bread works best?

  • It works best with crusty bread like baguette or ciabatta. However, gluten-free crackers or bread can also be used.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Per Serving Size 2 pieces
Total Quantity 17 servings
Total Calories 67 kcal
Carbohydrates 10 g
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g
Protein 3 g
Sugar 0.5 g
Total Fat 2 g
Sodium 144 mg

This recipe is worth only one (1) Weight Watchers point for each serving.