Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta
Indulge in the essence of summer with this Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta. This vibrant appetizer combines toasted baguette slices with juicy peaches, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic basil, all layered under a creamy, whipped ricotta that melts in your mouth. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, each bite is a delightful celebration of seasonal flavors that will elevate any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 pint chopped tomatoes
- 3 medium peaches, diced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Fresh basil leaves, sliced or roughly chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush slices with the garlic butter mixture and bake for 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whip ricotta cheese with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until light and airy.
- Combine chopped tomatoes and peaches in another bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Spread whipped ricotta on toasted baguette slices, top with the tomato-peach mixture, and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg