Fresh Meadow Garden Vegetables

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 reminds me of leisurely spring afternoons spent in the 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 amp 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 12 lemon
• Garnish: 2 tbsp fresh herbs dill mint or basil roughly torn, Edible flowers optional

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast for 8 amp 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

Rinse produce, fill pots, and clean cookware easily with flexible spray options for everyday cooking tasks.

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Rinse produce, fill pots, and clean cookware easily with flexible spray options for everyday cooking tasks.

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These tartines bring my family together, sparking conversations and smiles over fresh and flavorful bites.

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

Calories 210 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 9 g per tartine

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Enjoy these tartines fresh to capture the vibrant flavors and crisp textures at their best.

Recipe FAQs

→ What type of bread works best for this dish?

Rustic country bread or sourdough slices toasted until crisp provide the ideal texture and flavor contrast with the creamy cheese and fresh vegetables.

→ Can I substitute the herbed cheese spread?

Yes, cream cheese or vegan spreads can easily replace the goat cheese and yogurt mixture while maintaining a creamy base.

→ Which vegetables are suggested for topping?

Zucchini, carrots, radishes, and baby peas tossed with olive oil and lemon juice create a fresh, crunchy topping that complements the bread and cheese.

→ Are there any suggested garnishes?

Fresh herbs like dill, mint, or basil and edible flowers add aroma and a colorful finish to the open-faced tartines.

→ How can I make the dish gluten-free?

Simply substitute the rustic bread with a gluten-free alternative to accommodate dietary preferences.

→ What beverages pair well with this dish?

A chilled Sauvignon Blanc or a light herbal tea enhances the fresh and delicate flavors of the vegetables and cheese.