Ingredients

  • 12 ounces smoked trout, skin removed
  • 1 cup peeled, small-dice Granny Smith apple (from about 1 medium apple)
  • 1/2 cup creme fraiche
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
  • 1 packed teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 medium lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 sourdough baguette
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle.
  • Place the trout in a large bowl and break it up into bite-size pieces.
  • Add the apple, creme fraiche, tarragon, lemon zest, and lemon juice and stir to combine.
  • Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed; set aside.
  • Using a serrated knife, cut the baguette crosswise on a slight bias into 1/4-inch-thick slices (you should have about 48 pieces).
  • Place the bread slices on a baking sheet, lightly brush them with the oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake until golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Transfer the toasts to a wire rack and cool completely.
  • When ready to serve, top the toasts with the smoked trout salad.