Description
This Ricotta & Tomato Toast is a quick, healthy, and delicious snack or light meal featuring creamy ricotta cheese, fresh tomato slices, and crunchy toasted sesame seeds, all elevated with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for breakfast or a savory snack, it combines fresh ingredients and simple preparation in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Toast Ingredients
- 2 slices of whole-grain or sourdough bread (or bread of choice)
Ricotta Spread
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for creaminess
Toppings
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Balsamic vinegar (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Toast the bread: Toast the slices of bread to your preferred level of crispiness, either using a toaster, a grill pan, or the oven.
- Prepare the ricotta spread: While the bread is toasting, place the ricotta cheese in a small bowl and season it with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add a drizzle of olive oil if you want a creamier texture and mix well.
- Assemble the toast: Once toasted, spread a generous amount of the seasoned ricotta cheese evenly on each slice of bread.
- Add tomatoes: Layer thin slices of fresh tomato on top of the ricotta spread to cover the surface.
- Top with sesame seeds: Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds evenly over the tomato slices to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Finish with olive oil: Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the toast and toppings for richness and to enhance the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves and a small drizzle of balsamic vinegar to add a fragrant and tangy finish.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your Ricotta & Tomato Toast fresh while the bread is crisp and the toppings are fresh.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- For more crunch, toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet before sprinkling on the toast.
- You can substitute ricotta with cream cheese or cottage cheese if preferred.
- This toast is great as a quick breakfast, snack, or light lunch.
- Try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
- Store leftover ricotta spread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
