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    Tomato Ricotta Toast With Basil and Balsamic

    Published: June 29, 2020 Updated: March 17, 2022 / By: Dawn | Girl Heart Food 12 Comments

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    Toast with ricotta cheese, tomato, basil and balsamic reduction.

    Garlicky bread, creamy ricotta cheese and juicy tomatoes unite to make the most delicious ricotta toast recipe, perfect for a light lunch, snack or appetizer. Topped with fresh basil and balsamic reduction, it’s one belly satisfying bite!

    Toast with ricotta cheese, tomato, basil and balsamic reduction.

    As we’re officially into the summer season, I always look for light meals using seasonal produce.

    Plus, I just love stuff on toast (hello mushrooms on toast and sardines on toast).

    And when I think of summer, I think of ripe, juicy tomatoes.

    Sure, you can get tomatoes year-round, but there’s nothing like tomatoes in the summer.

    The grassy smell, the juicy, savoury taste of tomatoes just gives me all the summertime vibes!

    Pile that on some creamy ricotta cheese toast? Oh yeah!

    Three tomatoes stacked on a wooden board.

    Why We Love This Ricotta Toast Recipe

    • It takes minutes to prep.
    • The recipe uses simple ingredients.
    • Whether it’s for a light lunch, snack or appetizer, this ricotta toast hits the spot!
    • Of course, it tastes delicious!

    How To Make This Recipe

    Full details are in the recipe card below, but here are the basics:

    1. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
    2. Scrub a garlic clove over some toasty bread.
    3. Generously spread the ricotta mixture over your toast.
    4. Top with freshly sliced tomato, a little pinch of salt and pepper, fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic reduction.
    Collage of steps to make ricotta toast with tomatoes, garlic, basil and balsamic.

    Tips and Variations

    • If your slices of bread are smaller (or larger) than the ones I used, the quantity you yield may vary. Generally speaking, though, this is usually enough for two slices.
    • Use a bread that’s substantial and something you enjoy. Sourdough or ciabatta are great options.
    • Use fresh tomatoes! Ain’t nobody got time for mealy tomatoes. And if you’re lucky enough to get your hands on some heirloom tomatoes, use those.
    • Want to make these ricotta toasts a little more substantial? Add some thinly sliced cucumber.
    • Balsamic reduction was used, but you can simply use a drizzle of balsamic vinegar if you like.
    Tight close-up of ricotta cheese and tomatoes on toast with balsamic and basil.

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    If you make this tomato ricotta toast recipe, be sure to leave a comment below!

    Tomato ricotta toast garnished with balsamic vinegar and basil.

    Tomato Ricotta Toast With Basil and Balsamic

    Dawn | Girl Heart Food
    Garlicky bread, creamy ricotta cheese and juicy tomatoes unite to make the most delicious ricotta toast recipe, perfect for a light lunch, snack or appetizer. Topped with fresh basil and balsamic reduction, it's one belly satisfying bite!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 2 mins
    Total Time 7 mins
    Course Lunch, Snack
    Servings 2 toasts
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    Ingredients
     

    • ½ cup ricotta cheese
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon salt, plus more for tomatoes if desired
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for tomatoes if desired
    • 2 slices your favourite hearty bread (like sourdough or ciabatta), thick cut (about ½-inch to 1-inch thick)
    • 1 small clove garlic, peeled
    • 1 tomato, sliced
    • balsamic reduction or vinegar, garnish to taste
    • Chopped or torn fresh basil leaves, garnish to taste
    • Drizzle of olive oil, garnish to taste

    Instructions

    • In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper. Set aside.
    • Toast bread, then rub with the clove of garlic (you probably won't use it all).
    • Divide the ricotta mixture between the two slices of toasted bread.
    • Top with sliced tomatoes (and a pinch of salt and black pepper, if desired), along with a drizzle of balsamic reduction, fresh basil and olive oil. Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    If your slices of bread are smaller (or larger) than the ones I used, the quantity you yield may vary. Generally speaking, though, this is usually enough for two slices.

    A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

    Keyword tomato toast

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    If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!

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    Comments

    1. David @ Spiced

      June 30, 2020 at 9:52 am

      5 stars
      Every since I saw this on Facebook, I’ve been craving it! It sorta reminds me of a BLT in its simplicity. In fact, I kinda want to add some crumbled bacon to this…would that be allowed? I love the whipped ricotta idea, too. (That reminds me of Olive et Gourmando!)

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 02, 2020 at 9:04 am

        Happy to hear it!! Yes, that would be a great idea – yum!! Lol, I know what ya mean! Thanks David!

        Reply
    2. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      June 30, 2020 at 12:45 am

      5 stars
      I’ve got everything I need to whip this up for a light lunch this week! Ricotta on toast is terrific!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 02, 2020 at 9:02 am

        It sure is! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Marissa

      June 29, 2020 at 9:32 pm

      5 stars
      What a beautiful way to enjoy peak summer tomatoes, Dawn! I’d love this for breakfast or lunch every day!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 02, 2020 at 9:02 am

        Thank you Marissa! I could eat this every day too!

        Reply
    4. laura

      June 29, 2020 at 6:26 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe, Dawn! Simple delicious foods, easy to prepare always is a hit in my house! I’m hoping our local tomatoes are plentiful soon! we just haven’t hit that spot yet, but this recipe will be waiting when I find them!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 02, 2020 at 9:02 am

        Thank you Laura! Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers

      June 29, 2020 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great way to enjoy lovely Summer tomatoes! Love this combination of flavours 🙂

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      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 02, 2020 at 9:02 am

        Thank you Jennifer. Me too!

        Reply
    6. [email protected]

      June 29, 2020 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      Simple summer delights! That’s all I need! Have a lovely week, my friend! xo

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 02, 2020 at 9:01 am

        Thank you Annie! You too! XOXO

        Reply

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