Description
Delightful Ricotta & Tomato Toast blends Mediterranean flavors with simple ingredients. Fresh herbs and creamy ricotta elevate this quick summer dish for home chefs seeking effortless elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices crusty sourdough or whole grain bread
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 medium ripe heirloom or vine-ripened tomatoes
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp (5 ml) lightly toasted sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F and place bread slices on a baking sheet, toasting until crisp and golden, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- While bread is toasting, whip ricotta cheese in a mixing bowl, seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt until smooth and creamy.
- Carefully slice ripe tomatoes into uniform thick rounds, ensuring clean and even cuts.
- Remove toasted bread from oven and allow to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes to prevent burning.
- Generously spread the seasoned ricotta across each toast surface, creating an even layer that covers the entire bread.
- Artfully arrange tomato slices on top of the ricotta, slightly overlapping for visual appeal.
- Delicately sprinkle sesame seeds over the tomatoes, providing a subtle nutty crunch.
- Finish by drizzling extra virgin olive oil in a thin, elegant stream across the toast.
- Serve immediately while bread remains warm and crisp, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Choose a crusty, high-quality bread like sourdough or ciabatta for the best texture and flavor profile.
- Pat tomatoes dry with paper towels to prevent soggy toast and ensure crisp results.
- Use full-fat ricotta for a creamier, richer spread that enhances the overall taste experience.
- Experiment with herb variations like fresh basil, thyme, or chives to add an extra layer of complexity to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg