Description
Ricotta & Tomato Toast with Sesame Seeds is a delightful dish that brings together creamy ricotta, juicy tomatoes, and nutty sesame seeds, all perched atop perfectly toasted artisan bread. This quick and easy recipe showcases fresh ingredients that burst with flavor, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the sourdough bread and arrange on a baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While the bread is baking, mix ricotta cheese with salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the seasoned ricotta generously on each slice of toasted bread.
- Top with sliced tomatoes and sprinkle sesame seeds over the top.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg