Ricotta Toast
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Ricotta Toast
Description
The recipe for Ricotta Toast calls for sturdy bread such as sourdough, brushed on both sides with olive oil and toasted under a high broiler to achieve a crisp, golden crust with a tender crumb inside. The ricotta cheese is mixed with lemon zest, which imparts a bright, citrusy note to the creamy, mild cheese.
The contrast between the crunchy, olive oil–toasted bread and the smooth, fragrant ricotta creates a pleasant balance of texture and flavor. Optional toppings like fresh herbs, sliced fruit, vegetables, or smoked salmon can customize it for different tastes and occasions.
This toast serves well freshly assembled to maintain crispness and freshness. It suits breakfast, brunch, or a light snack. Toasting can also be done in a toaster followed by drizzling olive oil. The topping suggestions range from sweet to savory and add variety and color.
Ingredients
- 4 lices bread such as sourdough, thick sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ⅓ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- toppings as desired see notes
Instructions
- Brush both sides of the bread with olive oil.
- Preheat the broiler to high heat. Place the bread on a baking sheet.
- Broil until golden and toasted, about 2 minutes. Flip the bread over and broil the other side.
- Combine ricotta and lemon zest in a small bowl.
- Top each slice of bread with ⅓ cup ricotta cheese. Add additional toppings as desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can toast the bread in a toaster and then drizzle with olive oil if preferred over broiling.
- Suggested toppings include fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and basil with salt and pepper for herbal notes.
- Sweet toppings can be sliced strawberries with lemon zest and coarse sugar for a bright flavor.
- Tomato basil toppings combine chopped tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Other ideas include peach slices with balsamic glaze and thyme, spring mix with cucumber, radish, peas, dill, or smoked salmon with dill and capers.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 454mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 162mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 204mg | 20% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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