A slice of toasted bread topped with whipped ricotta, sliced cherry tomatoes, radishes, and fresh basil leaves, served on a white plate.
Freshly plated Lunch

Whipped Ricotta Toast with Summer Vegetables

A light and fresh summer salad recipe featuring creamy whipped ricotta on toasted bread, topped with colorful heirloom tomatoes, radishes, and fresh basil.

Prep Time15 min
Cook Time5 min
Servings2
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

  • 1 slice sourdough bread
  • 4 oz whipped ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup mixed heirloom cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon pine nuts
  • 2 fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Toast the sourdough bread until golden brown and crisp.
  2. Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta cheese over the warm toast.
  3. Arrange the sliced heirloom tomatoes and radishes on top of the ricotta.
  4. Sprinkle with pine nuts, torn basil leaves, black pepper, and flaky sea salt.
  5. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve immediately.
  6. Repeat with remaining ingredients for a second serving.