Quick Toasts with Soft Manchego Cream, Green Apple, Arugula and Toasted Walnut

Name: Quick Toasts with Soft Manchego Cream, Green Apple, Arugula and Toasted Walnut
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 14 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusión mediterránea
Ingredients: 4 slices (5.5 oz) sourdough bread slices; 2.8 oz semi-cured Manchego cheese; 1/4 cup (2.1 oz) plain Greek yogurt; 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 small (5 oz) green apple; 1 cup (1 oz) arugula; 1/4 cup (0.9 oz) walnuts; 2 tsp honey; 2 tsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/3 tsp fine salt

A fast, crisp and balanced toast featuring a smooth Manchego-yogurt cream, thin slices of green apple, fresh arugula and toasted walnut. Ready in minutes with a delicious contrast of creaminess, brightness and crunch.

10 minPrep

4 minCook

14 minTotal

2Servings

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Adjust servings

4 160 g sourdough bread slices (of grosor medio)
80 g semi-cured Manchego cheese (grated fino)
60 g plain Greek yogurt (without sugar)
22 ml olive oil (divided)
5 ml Dijon mustard (for the cream)
1 unit (140 g) green apple (thinly sliced finas)
30 g arugula (fresh)
25 g walnuts (chopped gruesas)
10 ml honey (for terminar)
10 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 g black pepper (freshly ground)
2 g fine salt (or to taste)

Nutrition facts

per serving

430 kcal

Calories

15 g

Protein

31 g

Carbs

27 g

Fat

3 g

Fiber

28 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

GlutenDairyTree NutsMustard

Instructions

1
Toast the walnuts in a small skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Remove and set aside.
2
Toast the bread slices in the same skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and crisp. If using an oven or toaster, heat to 400 °F / 200 °C and toast until golden.
3
In a bowl, mix the grated Manchego, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until you have a thick, spreadable cream.
4
In another bowl, combine the arugula with the sliced green apple, the remaining lemon juice, the remaining olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently so the apple is lightly coated.
5
Spread the Manchego cream generously over the warm toasts.
6
Top with the arugula and apple mixture. Add the toasted walnuts and finish with a drizzle of honey.
7
Serve immediately to keep the contrast between the crisp bread, smooth cream, and fresh topping.

Chef tips

For extra-thin apple slices, use a mandoline or a very sharp knife. If your Manchego is more aged, grate it finely and mix a little longer for a smoother texture.

Substitutions

You can swap Manchego for another mild aged cheese, Greek yogurt for plain cream cheese, and arugula for lamb's lettuce. Honey can be replaced with maple syrup for a different sweet note.

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