Elegant open-faced sandwiches featuring the delightful combination of roasted Jersey Royal potatoes, blanched asparagus, and smoked salmon on toasted sourdough, finished with a flavorful dill cream cheese spread. Perfect for a light lunch or a sophisticated brunch.
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss the Jersey Royal potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and tender.
While the potatoes are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and blanch for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped dill, and lemon juice. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Lightly toast the sourdough bread slices. You can optionally butter them for extra richness.
Spread a generous layer of the dill cream cheese mixture on each toasted sourdough slice.
Arrange the roasted Jersey Royal potatoes and blanched asparagus on top of the cream cheese.
Top with slices of smoked salmon.
Garnish with extra fresh dill, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a grind of black pepper, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving (300g)
For a vegetarian option, omit the smoked salmon and add a poached egg on top of each tartine.
If Jersey Royal potatoes are not available, use other small, thin-skinned potatoes.
To enhance the flavor of the asparagus, you can grill them for a few minutes instead of blanching.
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