Sweet Pea Crostini

vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, divided
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (plus some more to garnish)
  • 1/5 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 slices baguette, toasted
  • 4 tbsp fresh ricotta
  • Chilli flakes (to garnish)

Preparation

  • Combine milk and 1 tsp vinegar in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring with a whisk. Microwave for 4 minutes. Gently stir to form small curds. Strain mixture through a sieve over a bowl; let it stand for 5 minutes.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons liquid. Discard remaining liquid. Combine reserved liquid, solids, and a dash of salt in a small bowl.
  • Combine remaining vinegar, a dash of salt, peas, mint, 1 tablespoon oil, and a sprinkle of pepper in a food processor. Pulse until you reach spreadable consistency (but still slightly coarse).
  • Place about 1 tablespoon pea mixture on each toasted slice. Top each piece off with 1 tsp crumbled ricotta, a dash of oil, chilli flakes and mint leaves.