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Smashed pea toast with herbs

Frozen peas make a bright toast topping with very little preparation. Mashing by hand leaves texture and avoids washing a blender. Add the herbs at the end and taste before deciding whether the mixture needs more lemon.

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Original recipe · serves 2

Smashed pea toast with herbs

10 minPreparation5 minCooking15 minTotal

Ingredients

How to make it

  1. Cook peas in boiling water for the time specified on the packet, usually 3 to 5 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
  2. Mash peas with oil, lemon juice, herbs and seasoning, leaving some texture.
  3. Toast bread. If using garlic, rub a cut clove lightly over the warm surface.
  4. Spoon peas generously onto toast and serve immediately.

Make it work in your kitchen

Well-drained peas keep the bread from becoming soggy. Add a little feta if you want a different flavour, remembering it adds dairy and salt. Choose a suitable bread for any wheat or gluten restriction and use clean equipment to avoid cross-contact.

Recipe note: Original AI-assisted recipe, not kitchen-tested. Timings are estimates; use the doneness and temperature checks stated. Photographs are illustrative. Check ingredient labels for allergens and read our food preparation and storage guide.

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