Save to Pinterest 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 tartine recipe brings back memories of sunny garden picnics and casual dinners with friends
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 to Pinterest This recipe always brings the family together for a colorful and healthy meal
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
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Enjoy your vibrant garden vegetable tartines fresh for the best experience
Recipe Q&A
- → What vegetables work best for these tartines?
Zucchini, carrots, radishes, baby peas, and mixed salad greens create a crisp and fresh vegetable topping.
- → Can I use a different cheese for the spread?
Yes, goat cheese or ricotta are ideal, but cream cheese or plant-based alternatives also work well.
- → How should I prepare the bread for the tartines?
Toasted rustic country bread or sourdough slices become golden and crisp, providing the perfect base.
- → What herbs enhance the flavor in the cheese spread?
Fresh chives and parsley add bright, herbal notes balanced with lemon zest for freshness.
- → Are there suggested garnishes for presentation?
Fresh herbs like dill, mint, or basil, along with edible flowers, add both flavor and visual appeal.