These little bites are so perfect for spring! They use in-season produce and are so vibrant and fresh! I used frozen peas here because they are super easy to find, but you can also use fresh. Wouldn’t these be so cute for a St Patrick’s Day celebration? The pea shoots on top almost look like clovers! I love to top them with a flaky sea salt. (I use Maldon)

These are a breeze to make and if you are serving them for a party, you can make the pea puree ahead of time. I also serve this pea puree with roasted fish or chicken and it is great! Very versatile and so fresh! It’s such a great way to get more veggies in. Plus, did you know peas are fairly high in protein?!

Smashed Pea Crostini

Course: Appetizers, SnacksDifficulty: Easy

Prep time

10

minutes

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups frozen peas, thawed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tsp minced garlic, roasted in a pan until fragrant

• 1/3 cup shredded parmesan

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1/4 tsp kosher salt

• Small baguette, sliced into 1/2′ slices

• Flaky sea salt

• Pea shoots

Directions

• Combine all ingredients (except baguette) in a food processor and blend until they reach a chunky consistency. Don’t blend too much.
• Lay baguette slices on a sheet pan and spray with olive oil. Broil for 1-2 minutes per side, watching carefully so they do not burn.
• Top baguette with pea puree and more shaved parmesan.
• Sprinkle with a flaky salt (I use Maldon) and pea shoots if desired.

Notes

• You can use this puree as a side dish as well!