Description
Pesto and Whipped Ricotta Toast is a vibrant dish that combines creamy ricotta with fresh basil pesto on perfectly toasted baguette slices. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 20 minutes, is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s breakfast, brunch, or a light appetizer. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor and texture, making it an impressive yet simple delight to share with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette (10 oz)
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into ½-inch thick pieces.
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the ricotta cheese with salt and pepper until smooth.
- Spread pesto generously over each toasted slice.
- Top with dollops of whipped ricotta and garnish with cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with more olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 toast slices (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg