Cherry Ricotta Bruschetta
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Cherry Ricotta Bruschetta
Description
This Cherry Ricotta Bruschetta starts with slicing and toasting sourdough baguette brushed with olive oil to get a slightly charred, crisp base. Fresh ricotta is combined with honey for a creamy, mildly sweet spread that balances the tartness of the cherries.
Fresh cherries are halved, pitted, and roasted under a broiler with olive oil, salt, and pepper until soft and juicy. After roasting, cherries are tossed with half the lemon juice to add brightness and contrast. The bruschetta is assembled by spreading honey ricotta on the grilled bread, topping with the roasted cherry mixture, drizzling additional honey, and finishing with lemon zest and chopped fresh mint leaves. The mixture highlights seasonal cherries with complementary flavors of honey and fresh herbs.
This recipe yields eight servings, ideal for a light appetizer or snack showcasing the interplay between creamy cheese, juicy fruit, and crisp bread. The notes suggest using about 2 cups of cherries and specify how to handle lemon zest and juice to optimize flavor balance.
Ingredients
- 1 sourdough baguette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz ricotta cheese fresh
- 4 tbsp honey separated
- 12 oz Cherry See Note 1, fresh
- 1 lemon See Note 2
- salt
- black pepper fresh ground
- mint See Note 3, fresh
Instructions
- Zest half of the lemon and set aside. Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and brush with olive oil. Toast and char slightly on grill or under broiler.
- In a small bowl mix together 2 tablespoons of the honey and ricotta until smooth. Set aside.
- Wash, pit and slice the cherries in half. Either place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or use an oven-safe skillet and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Broil on second shelf in oven for 8-10 minutes until juicy and softened.
- Toss roasted cherries with juice from half the lemon.
- Spread honey ricotta evenly over each grilled baguette, top with roasted cherries and juices, remaining 2 tablespoons of honey, lemon zest and chopped mint. Slice into 8 pieces total and serve immediately.
Notes
- Select at least 2 cups of fresh cherries, depending on their size, to ensure enough topping for the bruschetta.
- Zest half of the lemon first, then slice and juice half to measure 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for tossing with roasted cherries.
- Use about 10 fresh mint leaves, adjusting quantity based on leaf size, to add a fresh herbal note.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 227 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 227kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 216mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 10.1mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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