Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta
Elevate your summer gatherings with this Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta! This delightful appetizer combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with creamy ricotta and fragrant basil, creating a fresh flavor explosion that’s perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for busy weeknights or laid-back get-togethers. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, snack, or light lunch, each bite is a celebration of summer that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
- 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, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 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 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette and butter each slice. Sprinkle with minced garlic and bake until golden.
- In a bowl, mix chopped tomatoes and diced peaches with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Whip ricotta until creamy.
- Spread whipped ricotta on baked baguette slices, top with peach-tomato mixture and garnish with fresh basil.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg