Save A vibrant, open-faced sandwich featuring crisp garden vegetables, creamy herbed cheese, and rustic bread, evoking the freshness of a spring meadow. Perfect for light dinners or garden lunches.
This recipe always reminds me of sunny spring afternoons spent in my garden, enjoying fresh flavors straight from the earth.
Ingredients
- Bread: 4 slices rustic country bread or sourdough
- Herbed Cheese Spread: 120 g goat cheese or ricotta, 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, 1 tsp lemon zest, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Garden Vegetables: 1 small zucchini thinly sliced, 1 small carrot ribboned or julienned, 6 8 radishes thinly sliced, 1 cup baby peas fresh or thawed if frozen, 1 cup mixed salad greens arugula baby spinach or watercress, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, juice of 1/2 lemon
- Garnish: 2 tbsp fresh herbs dill mint or basil roughly torn, edible flowers optional
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast for 8 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool slightly.
- Step 2:
- Meanwhile in a small bowl combine goat cheese Greek yogurt chives parsley lemon zest salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl toss zucchini carrot radishes and peas with olive oil lemon juice salt and pepper.
- Step 4:
- Spread a generous layer of the herbed cheese mixture onto each toasted bread slice.
- Step 5:
- Top each tartine with a mound of dressed vegetables and a handful of mixed greens.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh herbs and edible flowers if using. Serve immediately.
Save Making these tartines always brings my family together for a colorful and healthy meal.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or a light herbal tea to complement the fresh flavors perfectly.
Variations
Add avocado slices cherry tomatoes or grilled asparagus for a creative twist on this recipe.
Storage Tips
Prepare the herbed cheese spread and vegetables in advance and assemble just before serving for maximum freshness.
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This recipe is a delightful way to enjoy garden-fresh vegetables in a simple yet elegant dish.
Questions & Answers
- → What type of bread works best for the tartines?
Rustic country bread or sourdough with a crispy crust is ideal to hold the toppings without becoming soggy.
- → Can I substitute the goat cheese with other options?
Yes, cream cheese or plant-based spreads can be used for different dietary preferences.
- → How are the vegetables prepared for topping?
Vegetables are thinly sliced or ribboned, then tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to enhance fresh flavors.
- → Is it necessary to toast the bread?
Toasting the bread ensures a crisp base that contrasts nicely with the creamy cheese and fresh vegetables.
- → What garnishes complement these tartines?
Fresh herbs like dill, mint, or basil, and optional edible flowers add aroma and visual appeal.