5 from 14 votes
Cherry Ricotta Bruschetta
Cherry Ricotta Bruschetta features grilled sourdough baguette topped with a smooth honey-sweetened ricotta spread and broiled cherries tossed with lemon and fresh mint. The roasting softens cherries and concentrates their juices which mingle with lemon juice, honey, and bright mint on a crunchy bread base. This combination delivers a refreshing mix of sweet, tart, creamy, and crunchy textures and flavors.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
227 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Bread
Cuisine:
Italian, American
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.
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 227
% 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.