Express lemon cottage cheese toasts with smashed peas and crunchy radishes

Instructions

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   1. Toast the 4 slices of rustic bread in a skillet with 1 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat for 2 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. If using an oven or toaster, toast until golden; if using an oven, preheat to 400°F / 200°C.

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   2. In a small bowl, mix the cottage cheese with the lemon zest, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt until rustic and creamy.

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   3. In another bowl, lightly smash the cooked peas with a fork. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice, another pinch of salt, and half of the black pepper.

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   4. Thinly slice the radishes and toss them with the honey, the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil, the rest of the black pepper, and the fresh mint.

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   5. Spread the lemon cottage cheese mixture over each toast. Top with the smashed peas and finish with the dressed radishes.

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   6. Serve immediately to keep the contrast between the crisp bread, creamy topping, and fresh vegetables.