Ricotta Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ricotta Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes, a perfect appetizer that combines creamy ricotta and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes atop crispy crostini. This simple yet elegant dish is sure to impress your guests at any gathering, from casual dinners to festive celebrations. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility; it’s easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more time with your friends and family. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create an irresistible starter that bursts with flavor and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sweet cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 4 minced garlic cloves (divided)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 bunch fresh basil (divided)
- 1 crusty bread loaf
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes until bursting.
- While tomatoes roast, blend ricotta with remaining garlic, olive oil, half the basil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill.
- Slice bread into half-inch pieces. Mix remaining olive oil and garlic; brush on bread slices and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- To assemble, spread roasted tomatoes on toasted bread slices topped with ricotta mixture, garnish with remaining basil, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 106
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 7mg