Hi friends!
Have you seen the show “Live to 100” on Netflix? It’s all about how simple, healthy habits like eating beans every day can help you live a longer and better life. Inspired by that, I made this easy and super yummy Super Green Beans on Toast! It’s creamy, fresh, and only takes 10 minutes to make. Plus, it’s full of fiber, healthy fats, and plant protein to keep you full and happy all morning.
Let’s jump right in!
👩🍳 Method (In Detail)
Make the Green Base:
Start by placing your defrosted peas into a blender or food processor. Add in the live yogurt, fresh mint leaves, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. These ingredients will form the creamy, flavorful base of the spread. Blend everything together until it becomes very smooth. The yogurt helps it blend easily, while the mint gives it a refreshing pop that pairs so well with the other ingredients. You can stop and scrape down the sides of the blender if needed to make sure everything mixes evenly.
Add the Extras:
Next, add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans to the blender. Scoop the flesh of a ripe avocado and add it in as well. Squeeze in the juice from a quarter of a lime this adds brightness and keeps the avocado from turning brown. Pulse or blend again, but this time just enough to mix everything well. If you like a little texture in your spread, don’t over-blend leave it a bit chunky. The beans give the mix a creamy protein boost, and the avocado makes it extra rich and smooth.
Toast the Bread:
While your spread is ready, toast two slices of sourdough bread. You can use a regular toaster or toast them in a pan on the stove for a crispier edge. If you’d like to add more flavor, rub a raw garlic clove lightly over the surface of the warm toast right after it’s done. This gives a gentle garlicky bite that tastes amazing with the creamy bean mixture.
Time to Build It:
Now comes the fun part! Take your toasted bread and spread a generous layer of your green bean mix on top. Use a spoon or spatula to smooth it out all the way to the edges. If you enjoy a little spice, finish by sprinkling some chili flakes over the top. You can also drizzle a bit of olive oil or add a few crunchy seeds for extra texture.
Enjoy!
Your Super Green Beans on Toast is ready to serve. It’s bright, creamy, and totally satisfying perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light lunch!
🛠 Necessary Tools
- Blender or food processor
- Knife and cutting board
- Toaster or frying pan (for bread)
- Spoon or spatula
- Serving plate
🌱 Super Green Beans on Toast; A Tasty Way to Live to 100!
Cuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy2
servings5
minutes5
minutes10
minutesIngredients
100g cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
80g frozen peas (defrosted)
5–6 fresh mint leaves
1 small avocado
80–100g live yogurt (unsweetened)
¼ lime (juice only)
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt (to taste)
2 slices sourdough bread (for toasting)
Chilli flakes (optional, for sprinkling)
Directions
- Make the green base: Add the peas, yogurt, mint leaves, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt into your blender. Blend it up until it’s super smooth and creamy.
- Add the extras: Toss in the cannellini beans, scoop out the avocado, and squeeze in the lime juice. Blend again until everything is well mixed but still a little chunky if you like texture.
- Toast the bread: Toast your sourdough slices until they’re golden and crispy. You can rub them with a bit of garlic if you want more flavor.
- Time to build it: Spread the green bean mixture onto your toast. Sprinkle some chili flakes on top if you like a little heat.
- Enjoy! That’s it easy, healthy, and super delicious.
Notes
- Make sure the peas are defrosted before blending they won’t mix well if still frozen.
- Don’t over-blend after adding the beans if you want some texture.
- Use ripe avocado for the creamiest result.
- Don’t skip the lime juice it keeps the avocado from turning brown and adds a bright flavor.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- Add a soft-boiled egg on top for extra protein.
- Serve with a side of cherry tomatoes or arugula salad.
- Drizzle a little olive oil or a few pumpkin seeds for crunch.
🎉 Fun Fact
Did you know that in some parts of the world, people eat beans every single day and live longer lives? Places like Okinawa, Japan and Sardinia, Italy are known for this and they inspired this recipe!
🏁 Conclusion
This Super Green Beans on Toast is more than just a tasty breakfast. It’s inspired by real research on living a longer, healthier life. It’s packed with good stuff for your body, comes together fast, and makes a boring piece of toast into something magical. Whether you’re watching Live to 100 or just hungry for something fresh, give this recipe a try!
Let’s eat our way to 100 one delicious toast at a time 🫘🥑🍞
