Description
This Savory Ricotta & Tomato Toast is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring creamy whipped ricotta and blistered cherry tomatoes on rustic toasted bread, garnished with fresh basil. Perfect for a light breakfast, snack, or appetizer, it combines fresh ingredients with easy roasting and toasting techniques for a delightful taste experience.
Ingredients
Bread
- 2 slices rustic bread, thick-cut
Ricotta Spread
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 0.25 tsp sea salt or to taste
Tomatoes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Roast Tomatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast until the tomatoes become blistered and slightly caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Toast Bread: While the tomatoes roast, toast the rustic bread slices until golden and crisp. You can use a toaster, or place them on a baking sheet in the oven for a few minutes to achieve a crunchy texture.
- Whip Ricotta: In the mixing bowl, combine the whole milk ricotta with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of sea salt. Whisk or stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Toast: Spread a generous layer of the whipped ricotta evenly over each toasted bread slice. Top with the warm roasted cherry tomatoes, ensuring they are distributed evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with fresh basil leaves. Serve the toast immediately while the tomatoes are warm to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor as the toast may become soggy if left too long.
- Use thick-cut, rustic bread for optimal crispiness and to hold the toppings well.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with fresh oregano or thyme for a different herbal note.
- This dish can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
