For the toast cases :

Slice off the crust from the bread slices.

Wrap the bread slices in a muslin cloth and steam in a pressure cooker for 5 to 7 minutes.

Flatten the bread slices and press each bread slice into the cavities of a muffin tray greased with butter.

Brush some melted butter over them and bake in a pre-heated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes or until crisp. De-mould and keep aside.

For the Russian salad filling :

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.

Divide into 8 equal portions and keep aside.

How to proceed :

Fill a portion of the mixture in each toast case. Serve immediately.

Tips :

Muffin trays are used for making cup cakes, muffins etc. They are available at any shop which sells cake moulds.

Note :

These nutritious little cups of bread hold a medley of colorful  vegetables and fruits.

Preparation Time : 15 mins.

Baking Time : 15 mins.

Baking Temperature : 200°C (400°F).

Cooking Time : 15 mins.

Nutritive values per serving :

Energy - 210 cal

Calcium - 33.6 mg

Fat - 6.2 gm

Fibre - 1.3 gm

Zinc - 0.9 mg

Carbohydrates - 33.8 gm

Protein - 5.6 gm