Description
This Ricotta & Tomato Toast with Sesame Seeds & Olive Oil is a delightful and easy-to-make dish perfect for breakfast or a snack. The creamy ricotta cheese pairs beautifully with fresh cherry tomatoes, all topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a drizzle of olive oil.
Ingredients
Scale
Ricotta & Tomato Toast:
- 4 slices rustic or sourdough bread
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved or sliced)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- fresh basil or microgreens for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the Bread: Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Spread Ricotta: Spread each slice generously with ricotta cheese.
- Add Tomatoes: Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and a light drizzle of olive oil.
- Sprinkle Seasonings: Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or microgreens if desired. Serve immediately while the toast is crisp and the ingredients are fresh.
Notes
- To enhance flavor, marinate the tomatoes in a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper for 10–15 minutes before assembling.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a hint of heat, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
