Description
Creamy Ricotta and Fresh Tomato Sourdough Toast combines crisp sourdough bread with rich ricotta, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil for a simple yet flavorful meal. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
4 slices sourdough bread
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon chia seeds
Fresh basil leaves
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Toast the sourdough slices until golden brown and crisp.
- Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over each slice of toast.
- Layer the sliced tomatoes over the ricotta.
- Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the top.
- Sprinkle the chia seeds evenly over each slice.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
Use heirloom tomatoes for a colorful presentation.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a sweet and tangy finish.
Substitute basil with fresh arugula for a peppery flavor.
Add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Store bread, ricotta, and tomatoes separately if preparing ahead.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toast
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
