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Whipped Ricotta Bruschetta with Summer Tomatoes

Whipped Ricotta Bruschetta with Summer Tomatoes for Any Gathering

Whipped Ricotta Bruschetta with Summer Tomatoes is an exquisite appetizer that combines creamy ricotta with sweet tomatoes, ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Tomato Mixture
  • 2 cups plum or Campari tomatoes Diced
  • 1 small shallot Finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons capers Optional
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
  • to taste kosher salt For seasoning
  • to taste ground black pepper For seasoning
For the Ricotta Base
  • 1 cup full-fat or part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Remaining from above
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
For Serving
  • 1 loaf grilled bread or crostini Sturdy bread for topping

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • food processor
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced plum or Campari tomatoes, finely chopped shallot, capers, and sliced basil. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar, then season generously with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Mix gently and let marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, add the full-fat ricotta cheese along with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Process for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  3. On a large serving platter, spread the whipped ricotta in an even layer. Spoon the marinated tomato mixture over the ricotta, including the liquid. Drizzle with more balsamic vinegar if desired. Serve immediately with grilled bread or crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use the ripest tomatoes and allow the tomato mixture to marinate before serving. Avoid freezing the assembled bruschetta as texture may deteriorate.

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