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snap pea & goat cheese crostini

snap pea & goat cheese crostini

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Toast the bread first — warm goat cheese spreads smoother and absorbs the olive oil better. Slice the peas as thin as you can, they're the crunch not the cheese. Finish with a tiny pinch of salt after assembling, not before.

Serves
4
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
Calories
180
Carbs
22g
Protein
6g
Fat
8g

Flavor Profile

🫛 Crisp and sweet from fresh snap peas
🧀 Creamy and tangy from the goat cheese
🍋 Bright and zesty from the lemon finish
🥖 Buttery and crunchy from the toasted baguette

Ingredients

🥖 8 slices whole grain baguette
🫛 1/2 cup snap peas, thinly sliced
🧀 1/2 cup goat cheese, softened
🫒 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
🍋 Zest of 1/2 lemon
🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
🌿 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (optional)

Instructions

01

Drizzle baguette slices with olive oil and toast at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes until golden and crisp.

02

Spread softened goat cheese evenly over each slice.

03

Top with snap peas, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and fresh mint. Serve immediately.

🧬 Food Science

Snap peas are packed with vitamin C and fiber, promoting digestion and immunity. Goat cheese provides a creamy texture with less lactose than cow's milk, making it easier to digest while adding a rich tangy flavor.

Pair It

🥂 A chilled Sauvignon Blanc or sparkling water with lemon is the perfect match for this light appetizer.
🍽️ Serve alongside marinated olives or a simple charcuterie spread.