Fava Bean Crostini with Prosciutto and Mint
A delightful appetizer featuring the fresh flavors of fava beans, mint, and prosciutto on a crispy crostini.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Prosciutto - 6 thin slices
- Baguette - 1, sliced into 1/2 inch thick rounds
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lemon - 1, zested and juiced
- Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Fava beans - 2 cups, shelled and peeled
Let's Get Started
- In a bowl, combine the fava beans, mint, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mash lightly with a fork until well combined.
- Preheat your grill or broiler. Toast the baguette slices until golden and crispy.
- Spread a generous amount of the fava bean mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
- Top each crostini with a slice of prosciutto.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 2g
