Description
Indulge in the perfect breakfast or appetizer with this Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast recipe. Creamy whipped ricotta topped with warm balsamic-roasted strawberries on crusty bread – a delightful combination of flavors!
Ingredients
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Roasted Strawberries:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Whipped Ricotta:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1–2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- pinch of salt
Additional:
- 4 slices sourdough or crusty bread, toasted
- fresh basil or mint for garnish (optional)
- extra honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss halved strawberries with honey and balsamic vinegar on a baking sheet. Roast for 15–20 minutes. Let cool.
- Whip Ricotta: In a mixing bowl, whip ricotta with olive oil, lemon zest, and salt until creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Assemble Toasts: Spread whipped ricotta on toasted bread, top with roasted strawberries, drizzle with honey, and garnish with basil or mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added crunch, sprinkle with chopped nuts or toasted seeds.
- You can substitute goat cheese or mascarpone for ricotta.
- Makes a great brunch or appetizer option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting, Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
