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Spring Radish and Herb Butter Tartine

Crisp spring radishes layered over herb-flecked butter on good crusty bread, finished with flaky salt — a simple French-inspired open-faced snack that celebrates the first radishes of the year.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Sharp knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch fresh radishes, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives, dill, or parsley), chopped
  • 4 slices good crusty bread
  • Flaky salt, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Let the butter soften, then stir in the chopped herbs and a small pinch of salt.
  • Thinly slice the radishes. For extra crispness, soak them in ice water for a few minutes, then pat dry.
  • Spread the herb butter generously over the slices of toasted or fresh crusty bread.
  • Fan the radish slices over the butter, sprinkle with flaky salt, and serve right away.