Hot-Honey Tomato Ricotta Toasts
These Hot-Honey Tomato Ricotta Toasts are a quick, flavorful snack with creamy ricotta, juicy tomatoes, and a sweet-spicy honey drizzle.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon hot honey
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Start by washing and halving the cherry tomatoes. Toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside to marinate.
- Toast the whole grain bread slices in a skillet over medium heat or in a toaster until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese evenly across each toasted bread slice.
- Spoon the marinated cherry tomatoes over the ricotta on each toast, including some of the olive oil and juices.
- Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of hot honey evenly across the four toasts.
- Garnish each toast with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Toaster
- Small Bowl
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy cherry tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Marinate tomatoes in olive oil to prevent soggy toast and enhance flavor.
- Toast bread until just golden to avoid a burnt or hard base.
- Drizzle hot honey right before serving to maintain its texture and flavor.
- Try variations like goat cheese, cream cheese, or adding avocado for extra richness.