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Creamy White Bean and Boursin Toasts

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Servings: 4 servings Preparation: 15 minutes. Cook time: 8 minutes. Total time: 25 minutes.
These flavorful toasts feature a creamy blend of white beans and herb-infused Boursin cheese, brightened with lemon and olive oil. Topped with crispy capers, ribboned mini cucumbers, and crisp lettuce, they provide a fresh and balanced bite, ideal for appetizers or a light lunch.
Cuisine style
  • Vegetarian Mediterranean cuisine
Categories
  • Toast
  • Cold starter
  • Aperitif
  • Quick lunch
Cooking method
  • Oven

Ingredients

4 slices of bread, toasted

45 ml (3 tbsp) capers

1 can (540 ml) white beans, drained and rinsed

130 g (4.6 oz) Boursin minis with herbs and garlic

15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil

Zest of 1 lemon

Juice of 1 lemon

2-3 Gen V mini cucumbers, sliced into ribbons

Preparation

  1. In a skillet over high heat, add a drizzle of oil. Once hot, add the capers. Cook for 1-2 minutes until puffed and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the white beans, Boursin minis, lemon zest, juice of half a lemon, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a bowl, toss the cucumber ribbons with the juice of the remaining half lemon.
  4. Spread the lettuce leaves, white bean mixture, cucumber ribbons, and capers over the toasted bread slices. Garnish with chopped chives.

Keywords

  • white bean toasts
  • vegetarian recipe
  • herb Boursin
  • fresh appetizer
  • Mediterranean cuisine
  • creamy spread
  • crispy capers
  • light lunch
  • quick recipe
  • gourmet grilled bread

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