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Fresh Whipped Ricotta Toast with Heirloom Tomatoes

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A quick and easy recipe featuring whipped ricotta cheese spread over toasted bread, topped with juicy heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil for a bright, creamy, and satisfying bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (about 240g) whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium heirloom tomatoes (about 200g), sliced
  • About 10 fresh basil leaves, torn or chiffonade-cut
  • 4 slices sturdy bread (such as sourdough or country loaf)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: zest of ½ lemon
  • Optional: 1 small garlic clove, lightly rubbed on toast

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup (240g) of whole-milk ricotta cheese into a mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon of salt, and optionally the zest of half a lemon. Using a hand mixer or whisk, whip the ricotta until it’s light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Do not overwhip to avoid watery texture.
  2. Rinse 2 medium heirloom tomatoes and pat dry. Using a sharp knife, slice them about ¼-inch (6mm) thick. Set aside.
  3. Toast 4 slices of sturdy bread until golden and crisp, about 3-4 minutes in a toaster or 5 minutes under a broiler. Optionally, rub each toasted slice lightly with a peeled garlic clove.
  4. Spread about 3 tablespoons of whipped ricotta on each slice of toast.
  5. Layer the heirloom tomato slices evenly on top of the ricotta.
  6. Tear or chiffonade about 10 fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the tomatoes.
  7. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and flaky sea salt over each toast. Drizzle a little more olive oil on top.
  8. Serve immediately while the bread is crisp and tomatoes are juicy.

Notes

Do not overwhip the ricotta to avoid watery texture. Pat tomatoes dry if very juicy to prevent soggy toast. Toast bread just before assembling to maintain crispness. Optional garlic rub adds subtle flavor. For dairy-free, substitute ricotta with whipped cashew spread. Gluten-free bread can be used as a substitute.

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Keywords: ricotta toast, whipped ricotta, heirloom tomatoes, basil, easy snack, quick recipe, vegetarian, fresh ingredients

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