Description
Herbed Ricotta Toast is a quick and flavorful breakfast or snack featuring creamy ricotta cheese mixed with fresh herbs, served on crispy toasted bread and topped with vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of sourdough or artisan bread
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, basil, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy.
- Spread the herbed ricotta mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with olive oil and optional balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute the herbs with others like thyme or chives based on preference.
- Use whole milk ricotta for a creamier texture.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
