Fresh Meadow-Inspired Garden Tartines (Print Version)

Crisp garden vegetables and creamy herbed cheese come together on rustic bread for a fresh, light meal.

# What to Use:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices rustic country bread or sourdough

→ Herbed Cheese Spread

02 - 120 grams goat cheese or ricotta
03 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon 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 to 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 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
14 - Juice of half a lemon

→ Garnish

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

# How to Prepare:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Light and refreshing meal
  • Easy to prepare and customize
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 fresh herbs to enhance the flavor impact
  • Toast the bread well for added crunch and to prevent sogginess
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