Smoked Salmon Toast with Pickled Tomatoes and Dill

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium green tomatoes (such as Green Zebra), sliced 1/4" thick
• 1/2 recipe Basic Quick Pickle Brine , chilled
• 1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, divided
• 6 slices pumpernickel bread, toasted
• 6 ounces sliced smoked salmon
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Combine tomatoes and brine in a resealable container and chill 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine crème fraîche and 2 Tbsp. dill in a small bowl. Spread each toast with 1 heaping Tbsp. crème fraîche mixture. Top toasts evenly with salmon, onion, pickled tomato slices, and remaining 2 Tbsp. dill. Season with pepper.