Ingredients:

  • 1 baguette, preferably day-old, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds (approx. 12 slices)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 8 ounces (225g) whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 bunch French Breakfast radishes, thinly sliced (about 1 cup sliced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions:

  1. Lightly brush bread slices with olive oil. Toast lightly in a toaster or in a pan. (optional)
  2. In a small bowl, combine ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Spread the lemon-ricotta mixture evenly onto each bread slice.
  4. Arrange the thinly sliced radishes on top of the ricotta. Sprinkle generously with chopped chives and parsley.
  5. Drizzle with a little more olive oil. Season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.