Fava Bean and Tuna Bruschetta

Ingredients

• Fava beans (2 cups, shelled)
• Canned tuna (1 can (5 oz), drained)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Fresh mint (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
• Olive oil (3 tablespoons, plus more for brushing)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Baguette (1, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces)

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the fava beans for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Once cooled, gently remove the outer skin from each fava bean to reveal the tender green bean inside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the peeled fava beans, drained tuna, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, chopped mint, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined, being careful not to mash the fava beans.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Brush the baguette slices with olive oil on both sides and arrange them on a baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the toasted bread from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
8. Top each slice of toasted baguette with a generous spoonful of the fava bean and tuna mixture.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean delight!