Emeril's Chickpea Bruschetta

YIELD 4 appetizer servings

INGREDIENTS

1/2 loaf of French bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices 
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1/4 teaspoon salt 
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 
1/2 recipe Sicilian Style Chickpea Salad
Crudités such as carrots, celery, pepper strips, mushroom, broccoli or cauliflower 

PREPARATION:

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Place the slices of French bread on a baking sheet and lightly brush with 4 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the black pepper.
  2. Bake until lightly golden and crispy, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool. Place the Sicilian Style Chickpea Salad in a food processor and pulse to form a chunky spread; do not puree. Transfer to a small bowl and serve with the toasted bruschetta, and crudités as desired. Drizzle with additional extra virgin olive oil before serving. 

    Editor's Note: Look for organic and locally-grown ingredients when you can.

This recipe appears in: Vegetarian