Ricotta Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ricotta Bruschetta with Roasted Tomatoes, a perfect appetizer for any gathering! This dish features creamy ricotta spread over crispy toasted bread and topped with sweet, juicy roasted cherry tomatoes and fragrant fresh basil. It’s simple to prepare and makes an impressive presentation, ensuring your guests will be coming back for seconds. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or a festive celebration, this crowd-pleaser is sure to shine on your appetizer table. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing you to enjoy stress-free entertaining!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 bruschettas 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sweet cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 4 minced garlic cloves (divided)
- 1 crusty bread loaf
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and black pepper
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. In a baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 20 minutes until they burst.
- Blend ricotta with 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon olive oil, half of the basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Slice bread into 12 pieces; brush both sides with a mixture of 1 tablespoon olive oil and remaining minced garlic. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- Assemble by spreading ricotta on toasted bread and topping with roasted tomatoes and remaining basil. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg