Swiss Chard and Cannellini Bean Bruschetta |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Swiss Chard and Cannellini Bean Bruschetta is a healthier take on this classic Italian appetizer. Top each bread slice with the bean purée and a heaping tablespoon of Swiss chard. Sprinkle evenly with cheese and broil. Ingredients:
1 garlic clove |
12 (1/4-inch-thick) slices diagonally cut italian or french bread baguette |
olive oil-flavored cooking spray |
1 cup drained canned cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme |
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram |
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided |
6 swiss chard leaves, trimmed and thinly sliced |
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar |
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Cut garlic clove in half. Coarsely chop 1 garlic half; set aside remaining half.
3. Coat bread slices with cooking spray; place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes on each side.
4. While bread bakes, place coarsely chopped garlic, beans, and next 5 ingredients in a food processor. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil; process until smooth.
5. Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add Swiss chard; sauté 30 seconds or just until wilted. Remove from heat; toss with balsamic vinegar.
6. Preheat broiler.
7. Rub 1 side of each toasted bread slice with reserved cut side of garlic. Top with 1 tablespoon bean purée and a heaping tablespoon of Swiss chard. Sprinkle evenly with cheese. Broil 1 minute or until cheese melts.
8. Bruschetta (broo-SKEH-tah), grilled garlic bread, becomes a healthy appetizer when topped with Swiss chard and beans.
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