Asparagus and Egg Tartines (Printable)

Tender asparagus and creamy eggs on toasted country bread for a fresh, satisfying open sandwich.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 12 thin asparagus spears, trimmed
02 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped

→ Eggs

04 - 4 large eggs

→ Dairy

05 - 2 tablespoons crème fraîche or Greek yogurt
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Bread

07 - 4 slices rustic country bread or sourdough, 1/2 inch thick

→ Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking. Pat dry and set aside.
02 - Toast bread slices until golden and crisp using a toaster or grill pan.
03 - In a nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped shallot and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until softened.
04 - Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly. Pour into the skillet with shallots. Cook gently, stirring constantly, until just set and creamy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in crème fraîche or Greek yogurt, chives, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
05 - Arrange toasted bread on plates. Spoon creamy eggs over each slice and top with 3 asparagus spears.
06 - Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with additional chives and black pepper. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare with a total time of only 25 minutes.
  • Bright, fresh spring flavors featuring asparagus and lemon zest.
  • Creamy eggs with a touch of crème fraîche add richness and softness.
  • Elegant yet simple, perfect for casual brunch or lunch.
  • Vegetarian and easy to adapt for various tastes.
02 -
  • Use a nonstick skillet for easy cooking and cleaning when making creamy eggs.
  • Prepare an ice bath before blanching asparagus to maintain perfect texture and color.
  • Toast the bread just before serving to keep it crisp and warm.
  • Adjust seasoning at the end to perfectly balance the fresh lemon and rich eggs.
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