Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta
Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta is the perfect summer appetizer that brings together juicy peaches, creamy ricotta, and fresh basil on crispy baguette slices. This delightful dish is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with vibrant flavors, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or light dinners. In just 30 minutes, you can impress your guests with this visually appealing and deliciously satisfying bruschetta that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Enjoy the easy preparation and mouthwatering taste, and you’ll find yourself making this recipe time and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette
- 3 medium peaches
- 1 pint chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette thinly and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Melt butter with minced garlic in a saucepan. Brush each baguette slice with the mixture, then bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Combine chopped tomatoes, diced peaches, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in sliced basil.
- Whisk ricotta cheese until smooth.
- Spread whipped ricotta on toasted bread slices and top with the peach-tomato mixture. Drizzle balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bruschetta (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg