Description
This Creamy Ricotta & Tomato Sourdough Toast is a quick and elegant dish featuring crusty sourdough topped with whipped ricotta and juicy, seasoned tomatoes. Perfect for brunch, snacks, or a light dinner, it’s fresh, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread, thick-cut
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cherry or heirloom tomatoes, halved or sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 garlic clove (optional, for rubbing toast)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or thyme leaves
- Balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
- Lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Toast sourdough slices in a toaster, skillet, or under a broiler until golden and crisp.
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Optional: Rub warm toast with a cut garlic clove for extra flavor.
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While toast cooks, season tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Spread ricotta onto the warm toast. For a whipped texture, blend ricotta with a drizzle of olive oil until smooth.
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Arrange seasoned tomatoes on top of the ricotta.
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Garnish with fresh basil or thyme. Drizzle with olive oil or balsamic glaze, and finish with a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- Add a poached or soft-boiled egg for a protein boost.
- For heat, drizzle hot honey or sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes.
- Swap ricotta with whipped goat cheese for a tangier twist.
- Roasted tomatoes bring a warm, concentrated flavor.
- A handful of arugula adds a fresh, peppery contrast.
