Bright green pea spread on toasts with mint and lemon
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
5 min
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6
12 crostini
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Bright green pea spread on toasts with mint and lemon
Toasted baguette slices topped with a vibrant smashed pea and ricotta spread, finished with fresh mint, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil.
15m
Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
20m
Total Time
6
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
These crostini capture the essence of spring in every bite. Fresh peas, barely cooked and smashed with ricotta, mint, and lemon, create a spread that is bright green, fresh-tasting, and incredibly simple. It is the kind of appetizer that looks elegant but takes about 15 minutes from start to finish.
The ricotta adds creaminess without heaviness, and the mint brings an herbal brightness that highlights the sweetness of the peas. These are perfect for a spring dinner party, Easter brunch, or any time you want a light, beautiful starter.
Blanch the peas in boiling water for 1 minute, then shock in ice water and drain.
Toast the baguette slices under the broiler until golden on both sides.
Smash the peas roughly with a fork, then fold in the ricotta, mint, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spoon the pea mixture generously onto each toast.
Finish with a drizzle of olive oil, flaky salt, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
Arrange on a platter for easy sharing at your next gathering
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Shop olive oil for this recipeFrozen peas work beautifully when fresh are not in season.
Add a shaving of pecorino or parmesan on top for more depth.
The spread can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated.
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop, in the oven, or in the microwave until hot.
Per serving (2 crostini) · 6 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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