Description
Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta is a refreshing summer appetizer that will elevate any gathering. This delightful dish features sweet, ripe peaches paired with creamy whipped ricotta and vibrant tomatoes, all atop crispy baguette slices. Perfectly balanced flavors and a beautiful presentation make this bruschetta a crowd-pleaser at casual picnics or elegant dinner parties. With just 30 minutes of preparation, you can impress your guests with this simple yet gourmet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pint chopped tomatoes
- 3 medium peaches, diced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Fresh basil leaves, sliced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture on both sides of the bread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whip ricotta until creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine tomatoes, peaches, olive oil, lemon juice, and basil in another bowl.
- Spread whipped ricotta on toasted bread slices and top with the peach-tomato mixture. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg