Lima-Bean Crostini
Lima beans are named after the city of Lima, Peru, where they have been cultivated for thousands of years.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Lima-Bean Crostini
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Slice the baguette into diagonal pieces.
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Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
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In a pot of boiling water, cook the lima beans until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Add cooked lima beans, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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In a food processor, blend the lima bean mixture until smooth.
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Spread the lima bean mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
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Garnish with fresh parsley.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
