Ricotta Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes
Delight your guests with Ricotta Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes, a simple yet elegant appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. This crowd-pleaser features creamy ricotta spread on crispy crostini, topped with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. With just seven ingredients, you can easily prepare the components in advance and assemble them quickly when it’s time to serve. Whether at a holiday gathering or a casual summer BBQ, this versatile dish is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people (12 bruschettas) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sweet cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 crusty bread loaf
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 4 minced garlic cloves (divided)
- Balsamic glaze
- Salt/Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a baking dish. Roast for about 20 minutes until slightly burst. Let cool.
- In a blender, combine ricotta, garlic, olive oil, half the basil, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- Slice the bread and brush with garlic oil mixture before toasting in the oven until golden brown (10-12 minutes).
- Spread ricotta on toasted bread slices, top with roasted tomatoes and remaining basil, then drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg