Bruschette with Chickpea Purée and Arugula

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
75%
Bruschette with Chickpea Purée and Arugula
300 min.
6
1987kcal

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Discover the delightful fusion of flavors in our Bruschette with Chickpea Purée and Arugula! This vibrant dish is not only a treat for your taste buds, but it's also packed with health benefits, earning a stellar health score of 75. Perfectly suited for vegetarians and vegans alike, this recipe caters to those looking for a dairy-free, very healthy meal option.

Imagine the crunchy texture of freshly baked bread topped with a silky, whipped chickpea purée, drizzled with olive oil, and brightened with fresh lemon juice. This combination creates a creamy, flavorful base that beautifully complements the peppery notes of arugula salad. It's a bold and satisfying dish that serves well as a hearty lunch or an impressive dinner main course.

Not only is this bruschetta a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors, but it also brings a wealth of nutrition to your table. Each serving is carefully crafted to deliver a wholesome balance of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates, making it a well-rounded meal option. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just looking for an enticing dish to elevate your weeknight dinners, this Bruschette with Chickpea Purée and Arugula will impress your guests and family alike!

Ingredients

  • servings arugula salad chopped
  • loaf of bread from 1 round country (3/4-inch-thick) (7- to 8-inch)
  • 19 ounce chickpeas rinsed drained canned (2 cups)
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Arrange bread slices in 1 layer on a large baking sheet and brush top of each with 1 teaspoon oil.
  3. Bake until golden, about 12 minutes.
  4. Slip off skins from chickpeas with your fingers (discard skins). Blend chickpeas, water, oil, lemon juice, and salt in a food processor until very smooth (mixture will appear whipped).
  5. Spread toasts with chickpea purée and serve topped with arugula salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1987kcal
Protein15.58%
Fat16.88%
Carbs67.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.83
Glycemic Load
176.89
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
60.480434542117%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
3.49mg
Quercetin
0.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1986.78kcal
99.34%
Fat:37.3g
57.38%
Saturated Fat:5.58g
34.86%
Carbohydrates:335.73g
111.91%
Net Carbohydrates:304.41g
110.7%
Sugar:39.26g
43.63%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3663.25mg
159.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:77.45g
154.9%
Manganese:8.87mg
443.65%
Selenium:197.67µg
282.39%
Vitamin B3:38.16mg
190.81%
Vitamin B1:2.83mg
188.59%
Folate:610.89µg
152.72%
Iron:25.76mg
143.12%
Fiber:31.32g
125.29%
Vitamin B2:1.74mg
102.13%
Phosphorus:954.52mg
95.45%
Calcium:898.21mg
89.82%
Magnesium:308.1mg
77.03%
Vitamin B6:1.19mg
59.42%
Vitamin B5:5.89mg
58.93%
Copper:1.15mg
57.71%
Zinc:7.74mg
51.61%
Vitamin K:47.03µg
44.79%
Potassium:1128.92mg
32.25%
Vitamin E:2.01mg
13.42%
Vitamin C:4.4mg
5.33%
Vitamin A:264.59IU
5.29%
Source:Epicurious