If you know me, you know that 80% of the time I don't wear make-up or do my hair. I grew up a complete tomboy and followed my dad around everywhere. I played hockey, learned about tools, and could probably still remember how to change brake pads if I tried hard enough. This way of life, however, did not lend itself to learning about all the girly things I probably should have. And while I'm making up for lost time, I'm still pride myself that I can be ready to walk out of the house is 20 minutes if need be. There are days when I put a pep in my step and take the extra effort.
My food style is quite similar- no fuss and if it's not headed for a photo, it never looks as nice. Why worry about style when it's just going to be demolished in half the time it took to make (or less)? And yet sometimes, when I'm not photographing, I find myself wanting to take a little extra time and make my lunch something a little fancier. Don't be fooled though, this asparagus crostini is still super easy to throw together- it just looks a bit fancier thanks to asparagus meeting the vegetable peeler.
In terms of produce, pea shoots are not to be missed this time of year. I'm currently growing peas in one of my garden boxes and more often than not, I end up eating the shoots before I get a ton of peas. Of course, many stores also carry pea shoots as well, often in the section with the sprouts.
simple easy and delicious!! yummy
I've just started a love affair with humous on toast so will definitely be trying this!
Lauren x
I adore pea shoots! They are so sweet and pretty 🙂 Love the idea of pairing them with hummus. What a great light bite!
The first time I ever tried pea shoots was doused in a garlic, ginger sauce at a Chinese restaurant, and now that it's spring I'm eager to find them and try them in a way that's a little more....fresh, shall we say. I'm with you about no fuss recipes, although these green crostini are gorgeous!
I've never had pea shoots before! I love your use of interesting ingredients. It makes me want to be more adventurous! Looks delicious...pinned!
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Beautiful assemblage! I love the color schemes of the food! Delicious!
A deliciously simple meal - i like it 🙂
Lovely crostini, I've go to try those asparagus shavings. Meals feel more enjoyable when they look nice on the plate. I don't always make this effort, but when I do it seems to pay off.
Like you, I was raised as a tomboy, and even though I know how to do some girly things now, I can still get ready and head out the door in 20-30 minutes easily.
These crostini look delicious, and the simplicity of the ingredients makes me smile. This is definitely something that's perfect for the warmer months -- little fuss to put together, big flavor!
Easy and delicious. What's not to love? Really enjoying your blog and recipes <3
Beautiful! I love your blog and freuquently make your recipes for dinner. As a baking blogger I definitely can't eat the food from my blog day in day out, so this is perfect!
This looks so delicious, healthy and fresh! I've never had pea shoots. This is on my list of recipes to try!
So easy to make and looks delicious! Definitely trying this when I get my hands on some asparagus!
Fresh and in season - love it! 🙂
Looks delicious!
I eat some combination of hummus-sprouts-toast almost every day. I love the idea of simply shaving some raw asparagus to make a beautiful healthy snack. Wonderful!