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.
I enjoy serving these tartines on warm afternoons when the garden is in full bloom; they always brighten our table and spirits.
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 to 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 to 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.
Pin it Our family loves gathering around the table for these tartines and sharing stories from the garden while enjoying fresh flavors.
Required Tools
Baking sheet Mixing bowls Vegetable peeler or mandoline Spatula or butter knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk goat cheese yogurt Gluten bread For gluten-free use gluten-free bread For dairy-free use plant-based cheese yogurt alternatives Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information (per tartine)
Calories 210 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 9 g
Pin it These tartines make for a delightful meal that's quick to assemble and full of garden-fresh taste.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What type of bread works best for these tartines?
Rustic country bread or sourdough are preferred for their sturdy texture and ability to toast crisp without becoming soggy.
- → Can I substitute the herbed cheese spread ingredients?
Yes, goat cheese can be swapped for ricotta, cream cheese, or plant-based alternatives. Fresh herbs and yogurt maintain the creamy, flavorful profile.
- → How should the garden vegetables be prepared?
Vegetables should be thinly sliced or ribboned to create a light, layered texture that complements the creamy spread and toasted bread.
- → Is it necessary to toast the bread before assembling?
Toasting enhances texture and prevents the bread from becoming soggy when topped, providing a crisp base for the vegetables and spread.
- → What garnishes enhance the flavor and presentation?
Fresh torn herbs like dill, mint, or basil and edible flowers add color, aroma, and a subtle fresh note to the tartines.