Tuna and Fava Crostini

Dairy Free
Health score
37%
Tuna and Fava Crostini
45 min.
6
429kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful appetizer that will impress your guests while being simple to prepare? Look no further than our Tuna and Fava Crostini! This elegant dish combines the creamy texture of fava beans with the rich flavor of solid light tuna, all nestled on crispy baguette slices. Perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home, this recipe is not just easy to make but also dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a delectable starter that serves six people, allowing you to savor the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients like zesty lemon juice and aromatic parsley. The contrast between the crunchy crostini and the tender, savory topping is a delightful experience that will tantalize your taste buds. With each bite, you’ll enjoy a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, from the crispiness of the bread to the softness of the fava beans and the umami-rich tuna.

Whether you’re serving this as an antipasti, a snack, or an appetizer, the Tuna and Fava Crostini is sure to be a hit at any gathering. So grab your ingredients and get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this delicious and visually stunning dish!

Ingredients

  • 18 slices baguette thin
  • ounces fava bean pods fresh
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • tablespoons parsley plus 18 leaves fresh italian chopped for garnish
  • 0.3 cup onion red minced
  • ounce solid tuna in olive oil light canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange baguette slices in single layer on baking sheet; brush slices with 3 tablespoons oil.
  2. Bake until bread is crisp and golden, about 15 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Bring medium saucepan of water to boil. Shell fava beans, then drop beans into boiling water and cook 1 minute.
  4. Drain. Slip beans out of skins.
  5. Place beans in small bowl; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and toss to coat.
  6. Combine tuna with its oil, minced red onion, chopped parsley, and lemon juice in small bowl. Using fork, mash tuna mixture to coarse paste. Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Baguette slices, fava beans, and tuna mixture can be prepared 4 hours ahead.
  8. Let baguette slices stand at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate fava beans and tuna mixture separately.
  9. Divide tuna mixture among baguette slices. Top with fava beans and garnish each with 1 parsley leaf.

Nutrition Facts

Calories429kcal
Protein18.41%
Fat30.43%
Carbs51.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.46
Glycemic Load
34.96
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.265217200569%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.48mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
2.88mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
1.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:429.34kcal
21.47%
Fat:14.42g
22.19%
Saturated Fat:2.2g
13.77%
Carbohydrates:54.54g
18.18%
Net Carbohydrates:50.32g
18.3%
Sugar:5.57g
6.19%
Cholesterol:8.79mg
2.93%
Sodium:708.67mg
30.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.63g
39.26%
Selenium:34.57µg
49.39%
Vitamin B1:0.61mg
40.35%
Vitamin B3:7.97mg
39.86%
Folate:147.41µg
36.85%
Vitamin K:33.44µg
31.85%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.01%
Iron:4.21mg
23.42%
Phosphorus:217.12mg
21.71%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.64%
Fiber:4.22g
16.9%
Vitamin E:2.3mg
15.32%
Magnesium:52.39mg
13.1%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.98%
Copper:0.26mg
12.8%
Calcium:119.21mg
11.92%
Vitamin B12:0.62µg
10.39%
Potassium:335.39mg
9.58%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.67%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.45%
Vitamin C:3.67mg
4.45%
Vitamin A:122.86IU
2.46%
Source:Epicurious