Fresh Meadow-Inspired Vegetable Tartines (Print View)

Rustic tartines topped with creamy herbed cheese and fresh garden vegetables for a light, flavorful meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices rustic country bread or sourdough

→ Herbed Cheese Spread

02 - 4.2 oz goat cheese or ricotta
03 - 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 tsp lemon zest
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garden Vegetables

08 - 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
09 - 1 small carrot, ribboned or julienned
10 - 6–8 radishes, thinly sliced
11 - 1 cup baby peas (fresh or thawed if frozen)
12 - 1 cup mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, or watercress)
13 - 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
14 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill, mint, or basil), roughly torn
16 - Edible flowers (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and toast for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a small bowl, blend goat cheese, Greek yogurt, chives, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine zucchini, carrot, radishes, and peas with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Spread a generous layer of herbed cheese on each toasted bread slice.
05 - Top each tartine with the dressed vegetables and a handful of mixed salad greens.
06 - Finish with fresh herbs and optional edible flowers. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Light and fresh meal
  • Vegetarian and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Substitute goat cheese with cream cheese or vegan spread for dietary preferences
  • Add avocado slices cherry tomatoes or grilled asparagus for variation
03 -
  • Use freshly chopped herbs for maximum flavor
  • Toast bread slices just until crisp to avoid sogginess
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