Q: Can I use canned broad beans?

A: Yes — just rinse and drain well before mashing.

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?

A: Use gluten-free bread to make it fully gluten-free.

Q: Can I make it vegan?

A: Substitute the ricotta with vegan cream cheese or whipped tofu.

Q: How do I store leftovers?

A: Store mashed beans and ricotta separately; assemble just before serving.

Q: Can I serve this cold?

A: Yes — it's delicious served chilled or at room temperature.

Q: What’s a good herb substitute for mint?

A: Try parsley, dill, or basil.

Q: Can I use lime instead of lemon?

A: You can, but lemon pairs better with ricotta and broad beans.

Q: How do I add protein to make this a full meal?

A: Add poached egg, grilled chicken, or white beans on the side.

Q: What bread works best?

A: Rustic sourdough, ciabatta, or multigrain bread are all great choices.

Q: Is this good for brunch parties?

A: Absolutely — serve the mashed beans and ricotta in bowls with toast for DIY assembly.

Toast med brødbønner, sitron og ricotta med fersk mynte

Broad Bean, Lemon and Ricotta Toast with Fresh Mint

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Cuisine

American

Servings

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Calories

280

Broad beans, also known as fava beans, are one of spring’s most underrated treasures. Packed with plant-based protein and a slightly nutty flavour, they’re the perfect base for fresh, seasonal meals.

In this simple and elegant toast recipe, broad beans are lightly mashed and paired with creamy ricotta cheese that’s been brightened with lemon zest and juice. The result is a dish that’s fresh, light, and deeply satisfying — a brilliant balance of richness and zing.

This broad bean toast works beautifully as a quick lunch, brunch centrepiece, or elegant starter. It’s vegetarian, naturally protein-rich, and can easily be made gluten-free with the right bread. The addition of fresh mint brings a cooling note that complements the citrus and soft ricotta, while a pinch of chilli flakes adds a subtle heat if desired.

Whether you’re celebrating seasonal produce or just want a fast, flavourful meal, this toast is everything we love about simple spring eating.

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Ingredients

1 cup shelled and cooked broad beans (also called fava beans)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
4 slices of sourdough or rustic bread, toasted
Optional: chilli flakes or shaved Parmesan for garnish

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Directions

If using fresh broad beans, blanch them in boiling water for 3–4 minutes, then drain and remove the outer skins.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta with lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until creamy.
In another bowl, gently mash the broad beans with a fork — leave some texture. Mix in chopped mint and a touch more olive oil if needed.
Toast the bread slices until golden.
Spread a layer of lemon ricotta on each toast, then spoon the mashed broad bean mixture over the top.
Garnish with extra mint, chilli flakes, or shaved Parmesan if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
per serving: Calories; 280

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Fat: 14 grams; 18%
Saturated Fat: 5 grams; 25%
Cholesterol: 20 milligrams; 7%
Sodium: 290 milligrams; 13%
Carbs: 28 grams; 10%
Protein: 11 grams
Sugar: 2 grams
Fiber: 4 grams; 14%

Tips for å jobbe med bønner

Bruk ferske eller frosne bønner for best smak og tekstur.
Blancher og skrell bønnene for en mykere, søtere bit.
Ikke mos for mye – litt tekstur gir interesse.
Sitronskall løfter ricottaen og balanserer bønnerikdommen.
Rist brød til det er sprøtt for å holde pålegget godt.
Bruk ricotta av god kvalitet for kremethet.
Tilsett mynte på slutten for den lyseste smaken.
Drypp med olivenolje for en deilig finish.
Prøv chiliflak for varme eller barbert parmesan for dybde.
Server umiddelbart for best tekstur og farge.

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Side av ruccolasalat med balsamico
Avkjølt glitrende limonade
Posjert egg på toppen
Tomat basilikumsuppe
Agurk yoghurt dip
Stekt betesalat
Marinerte oliven
Fersk fruktfat
Lett hvitvin som Pinot Grigio
Ristede pinjekjerner som garnityr

Vanlige spørsmål

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke hermetiske bønner?
A: Ja – bare skyll og tøm godt før mesing.

Spørsmål: Er denne oppskriften glutenfri?
A: Bruk glutenfritt brød for å gjøre det helt glutenfritt.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg gjøre det vegansk?
A: Bytt ut ricottaen med vegansk kremost eller pisket tofu.

Spørsmål: Hvordan lagrer jeg rester?
A: Oppbevar mosede bønner og ricotta separat; sett sammen rett før servering.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg servere dette kaldt?
A: Ja - det er deilig servert kjølt eller ved romtemperatur.

Spørsmål: Hva er en god urterstatning for mynte?
A: Prøv persille, dill eller basilikum.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke lime i stedet for sitron?
A: Du kan, men sitron passer bedre med ricotta og bondebønner.

Spørsmål: Hvordan legger jeg til protein for å gjøre dette til et komplett måltid?
A: Legg til posjert egg, grillet kylling eller hvite bønner ved siden av.

Spørsmål: Hvilket brød fungerer best?
A: Rustikk surdeig, ciabatta eller flerkornsbrød er alle gode valg.

Spørsmål: Er dette bra for brunsjfester?
A: Absolutt - server de moste bønner og ricotta i boller med toast for DIY-montering.

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