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Simple Ricotta & Roasted Tomato Crostini

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These Simple Ricotta & Roasted Tomato Crostini combine creamy whipped ricotta, sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil over crisp toasted baguette slices. Perfect as an elegant appetizer, brunch addition, or light snack, they’re easy to prepare yet impressive to serve.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • fine mesh strainer for draining ricotta
  • mixing bowl
  • knife for slicing baguette and garlic

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt
  • 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
  • 1 garlic clove, halved
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
  • 6-8 fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • olive oil (for drizzling)
  • flaky sea salt, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt.
  • Roast for 15–20 minutes until tomatoes are slightly wrinkled and caramelized. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  • Drain excess liquid from ricotta using a fine mesh strainer or paper towel. Whip with a fork or small whisk until smooth and creamy. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
  • Brush baguette slices lightly with olive oil and toast in the oven for 5–7 minutes until golden and crisp. Alternatively, grill lightly on a pan.
  • Rub each toasted slice with the cut side of the garlic clove for subtle flavor.
  • Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta on each toasted slice. Top with roasted cherry tomatoes, sprinkle with fresh basil and flaky sea salt, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately.

Notes

Drain the ricotta thoroughly to prevent soggy crostini. Roast tomatoes ahead of time and store separately for up to 3 days. Assemble just before serving for best texture. Add a drizzle of balsamic reduction, a pinch of red pepper flakes, or grated Parmesan for extra flavor variation.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg
Keyword easy party appetizer, ricotta and tomato toast, ricotta crostini, roasted tomato appetizer
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