Description
Savory Mediterranean bean tuna toasts blend robust flavors from coastal kitchens, creating a quick lunch that sings with fresh ingredients. Crisp bread layers with creamy beans and flaky tuna invite you to savor Mediterranean coastal simplicity in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 can (5 ounces / 142 grams) albacore tuna in water or oil, drained well
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) white beans, rinsed and drained if using canned
Base:
- 4 slices sourdough bread
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Citrus and Oil:
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend drained tuna with cannellini beans, creating a rich, textured base that allows flavors to meld and intensify.
- Incorporate minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, and freshly chopped rosemary into the tuna mixture, stirring gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Drizzle olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture, adding zesty brightness and helping ingredients bind together.
- Let the tuna and bean mixture rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, allowing herbs and seasonings to infuse deeply.
- Meanwhile, heat a skillet or toaster and crisp sourdough bread slices until they develop a golden, crunchy exterior with slightly charred edges.
- Spread the marinated tuna and bean mixture generously across each toasted bread slice, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Garnish with additional fresh rosemary leaves or a light sprinkle of black pepper to enhance the Mediterranean flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while bread remains crisp and tuna mixture is at room temperature for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Enhance flavor development by letting the tuna and bean mixture marinate for at least 10 minutes, allowing herbs and seasonings to meld together perfectly.
- Customize protein content by swapping canned tuna with grilled chicken or plant-based alternatives like chickpeas for vegetarian options.
- Select high-quality sourdough bread with robust texture to prevent soggy toasts and ensure a crispy base that complements the creamy tuna mixture.
- Elevate presentation by garnishing with fresh herbs like chopped parsley or microgreens, adding vibrant color and an extra layer of freshness to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg