Sourdough bread: 1 baguette or 1 small loaf, sliced 1/2-inch thick
Olive oil: 3–4 tablespoons, plus more for drizzling
Garlic: 2 cloves (1 for rubbing toast, 1 for the mash)
Frozen peas: 2 cups, thawed (or briefly blanched)
Fresh mint: 1/3 cup leaves, loosely packed
Lemon: Zest of 1 lemon, plus 1–2 tablespoons juice
Ricotta or feta (optional): 1/4 cup for extra creaminess or tang
Shaved radishes: 4–6 small radishes, thinly sliced
Salt and black pepper: To taste
Red pepper flakes (optional): A pinch for heat
Instructions
Prep the bread: Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Arrange sourdough slices on a sheet pan and brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Toast 8–10 minutes, flipping once, until golden at the edges.
Garlic-rub the toasts: Cut 1 garlic clove in half. While the bread is warm, gently rub the cut side over each slice for fragrant, mellow garlic flavor.
Thaw or blanch peas: If frozen, thaw under cool water and drain well.
For a brighter color, blanch in boiling water for 1 minute, then shock in ice water and drain thoroughly.
Make the pea & mint mash: In a food processor, add peas, mint, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, zest from half the lemon, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the remaining garlic clove (chopped), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Pulse until mostly smooth with a bit of texture. Adjust lemon, salt, and oil to taste.
For extra creaminess, blend in ricotta. For tang, fold in crumbled feta.
Slice the radishes: Use a mandoline or sharp knife to get paper-thin slices. Pat dry so they stay crisp on the toast.
Assemble: Spread a generous layer of pea mash on each toast.
Top with a few radish slices. Finish with the remaining lemon zest, a tiny pinch of salt, black pepper, and a light drizzle of olive oil. Add red pepper flakes if you like heat.
Serve: Arrange on a platter and enjoy right away while the toasts are crisp.