Description
Whipped Ricotta Toast with Cherry Tomatoes is a delightful and simple dish that transforms your breakfast or brunch into a gourmet experience. Creamy whipped ricotta is generously spread over crispy artisan bread, topped with sweet halved cherry tomatoes and fragrant fresh basil. This recipe brings together rich flavors and vibrant colors, making each bite an indulgent treat that?s perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying solo.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 slices artisan bread (such as sourdough or ciabatta)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C). Slice the artisan bread into thick pieces and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whip the ricotta cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss halved cherry tomatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper; let marinate for 5 minutes.
- Spread whipped ricotta generously on toasted bread slices and top with marinated cherry tomatoes.
- Garnish with torn basil leaves and drizzle with additional olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg