Breaking news! Avocado toast is out and mashed pea toast is in! If you are on instagram you probably saw a million pictures of avocado toast last year. I am going to say avo toast is so 2018 and 2019 is all about mashed pea toast. Don’t get me wrong avo toast is still a favorite of mine but its good to switch things up.
Mashed pea toast is really easy to make and I know what you are thinking. Mashed peas on toast? When they are mashed, peas get a little creamy and the skins give some delicious texture. I love to add some, basil, parmesan and olive oil to elevate the flavor and give it pesto vibe but you certainly mash them with simple salt, pepper and olive oil.
I also love the variation of a lemony mashed pea toast. Bon Appetit has a great recipe for toast with lemony pea mash. You can add different herbs like parsley, mint or chives to mashed peas. For this recipe I topped the toast with boiled eggs to make it a complete meal.
Recipe notes for Mashed Pea Toast
The Parmesan cheese is already salty so adding salt is optional in this recipe. It is very important to use a good quality olive oil and fresh basil to get the best pop of flavor in the recipe. Also choosing a whole grain and seedy bread is the best choice for this dish. White or plain bread just won’t do it justice.
Not only is this recipe delicious it also good for you. Peas are a great source of nutrients. Including being a good source of anti aging, healthy immune system promoting antioxidants. They are also a great source of fibre without being too heavy. I used frozen peas out of convenience but you can certainly use fresh peas. Just remember to choose the smaller ones as they are sweeter and more tender.
Want more delicious breakfast ideas, check out my Kale, Egg and Cheese quesadilla recipe here!
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- 2 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 1 clove fresh garlic
- 4 boiled eggs
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
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- Boil peas for 5 minutes till tender. While peas are cooking place garlic, pine nuts, basil, parmesan in a food processor.
- Once peas are cooked add them to the food processor with the rest of the ingredients and pulse for 2 minutes. Add the olive oil and blend in the food processor till it reaches a consistency you like. Add more olive if necessary and serve over toast, with boiled eggs.
Oh yum! How good does this sound!? I love this idea – I will definitely be trying this soon.
I love the idea of mashed peas and basil…I am going to try this soon! Thanks for sharing.
I’ve never tried pea toast before. How interesting! I do like peas. And toast. So I’m sure I’d like the combo!
This recipe is a great way to enjoy peas. The egg part loos so delicious.
I never would have thought to put smashed peas on toast but this really looks good! I will have to try it myself for sure.
I love trying new things. Specially if it easy to do and yummy. Thanks for sharing this yummy recipe! Healthy snacks are part of my 2019 goals.
XO
Candace
http://www.thebeautybeau.com
I must try this! I am an avocado toast girl. It’s my morning snack! The mashed peas would cut the calories down.
Pine nuts are so lovely. I never thought of using them in that way. Now you have me thinking of all the different ways I could be using it to improve my cooking experience.
I am a health freak and this ingredient look super cool to me, there are eggs and pea, both full of protein. Great meal after a workout or if I want to have a snack. Hungry all the time after my workout.
omg this is so healthy and super easy to prepare! I am doing it for sure. Thank you so much for the recipe.
Chad
http://www.mosaicslab.com
Oh my goodness! I bet that food was really delicious and tasty. I am just starting to my mouth watering.
Indeed so easy to make. I am yet to check the pantry if we have everything we need. I want to make a toast Tom weekend. I bet the boys would love it too.
I could never think of mashed peas on bread but these look so good. Have to give it a try. Great post, thanks for sharing.
Your mashed pea toast looks delicious, I can start the day with it. I am going to try with my sourdough bread.
This is the type of sandwich that I’d like. It looks yummy. A good starter meal in the morning
I just love this sandwich. Everyone would love it. It is mouth watering.
At first I thought this was avocado until I read the title after clicking through from Pinterest. I would never had thought to do this instead and so good for you!
Will have to give this new twist a try. I’m also a huge avocado toast fan. Now, to make mashed pea toast a try.
I will try this! The only things I mash around here are potatoes and squash. Maybe I can get my little girl to eat peas this time.