Spring Pea Toasts with Lemon Olive Oil and Fresh Pe

Name: Spring Pea Toasts with Lemon Olive Oil and Fresh Pea Shoots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound shelled fresh green peas (in the South we call these English peas); Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) freshly grated Parmesan cheese; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 24 crostini (see Know-how, page 19); Lemon Olive Oil (recipe follows), for drizzling on top; 24 fresh pea shoots or baby watercress or arugula (about 1 cup)

Servings: persons

1/2 pound shelled fresh green peas (in the South we call these English peas)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
4 garlic cloves, smashed
8 to 10 fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
24 crostini (see Know-how, page 19)
Lemon Olive Oil (recipe follows), for drizzling on top
24 fresh pea shoots or baby watercress or arugula (about 1 cup)

1
Rinse and drain the peas, discarding any blemished peas or bits of pod.
2
Place in a food processor along with the lemon zest and juice, garlic, mint, and chives and pulse four or five times to chop.
3
With the motor running slowly, add the olive oil to puree and make a paste, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl several times.
4
Add the Parmesan cheese and pulse several more times to mix.
5
Season with salt and pepper to taste and pulse to mix.
6
Spread a heaping teaspoon of the pea mixture on top of each crostini, drizzle with Lemon Olive Oil, top each with 1 pea shoot, and serve at room temperature.
7
Combine 1 cup fruity green extra-virgin olive oil and the zest and juice of 1 lemon in a glass jar, screw on the lid, and shake to combine.
8
Refrigerate until ready to use, or for up to 2 weeks.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound shelled fresh green peas (in the South we call these English peas), Zest and juice of 1 lemon, 4 garlic cloves, smashed, 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Spring Pea Toasts with Lemon Olive Oil and Fresh Pea Shoots falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spring Pea Toasts with Lemon Olive Oil and Fresh Pea Shoots

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