Ricotta Roasted Tomato Toasties (Print View)

Golden toast layered with ricotta and roasted tomatoes for a fresh Mediterranean bite.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices rustic sourdough or country bread

→ Ricotta Mixture

02 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
03 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Roasted Tomatoes

06 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Fresh basil leaves, torn
12 - Flaky sea salt (optional)
13 - Extra drizzle of olive oil (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange halved cherry tomatoes on prepared tray. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, sprinkle oregano or thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss and set cut-side up.
03 - Roast in oven for 20 to 25 minutes until tomatoes soften and caramelize.
04 - Meanwhile, blend ricotta, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
05 - Toast bread slices using toaster or grill until golden brown and crisp.
06 - Generously spread ricotta mixture over each toast.
07 - Top each toast with roasted tomatoes. Garnish with torn basil, flaky sea salt, and an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.
08 - Serve at once while toast is crisp and tomatoes are warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under forty minutes from everyday ingredients
  • All season comfort food tasting bright and indulgent
  • Uses one baking tray for less mess
  • Customizable with herbs and your favorite bread
02 -
  • Full of protein and calcium from ricotta
  • Can be made gluten free with specialty bread
  • Pairs perfectly with soups salads or a glass of cold white wine
03 -
  • Let bread cool for a minute before spreading ricotta so it does not melt completely
  • Roasting tomatoes until sticky adds incredible depth of flavor
  • If you are in a rush store bought roasted tomatoes will work but nothing beats the real thing
  • Buttering the bread before toasting is my secret for extra crunch

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