Navy Bean Bruschetta - Meatless Monday

Ingredients

• 1 15 ounce can navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup baby spinach, rinsed, picked through and sliced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 shallot, peeled and chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine or champagne vinegar
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 6 slices crusty whole wheat bread, cut into thick slices
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and cut in half
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, to grill the bread
• fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
• 1/3 cup parmesan reggiano or vegan cheese on top