Broiled Ricotta-Tomato Toasts

Vegetarian
Health score
15%
Broiled Ricotta-Tomato Toasts
45 min.
4
343kcal

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Craving a quick, satisfying, and utterly delicious vegetarian bite? Look no further than these Broiled Ricotta-Tomato Toasts! Imagine warm, crusty bread topped with creamy, luscious ricotta, bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of cherry tomatoes.

This recipe is all about simple elegance. In under 45 minutes, you can transform a few humble ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that's perfect for a light lunch, a delightful appetizer, or even a quick and easy snack. The gentle broiling process melts the ricotta into a bubbly cloud of goodness, while the tomatoes soften and release their savory juices. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil elevates the whole experience, adding a touch of fruity richness that perfectly complements the creamy cheese and tangy tomatoes.

Plus, at just 343 calories per serving, you can indulge without any guilt. The balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbs will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Get ready to experience a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cherry tomato halves 
  • slices top 
  • servings olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 
  • servings salt and pepper black freshly ground to taste

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Lightly toast bread.
    2. Spread each toast slice with 2 tablespoons ricotta. Scatter cherry tomato halves over the ricotta.
    3. Drizzle the toasts with a small amount of extra-virgin olive oil (1/2 teaspoon each), and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Broil 1 to 2 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories343kcal
    Protein12.21%
    Fat46.96%
    Carbs40.83%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    28.13
    Glycemic Load
    25.62
    Inflammation Score
    -4
    Nutrition Score
    10.74826076562%

    Flavonoids

    Apigenin
    0.01mg
    Luteolin
    0.02mg
    Quercetin
    0.07mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:342.55kcal
    17.13%
    Fat:18.01g
    27.71%
    Saturated Fat:3.8g
    23.75%
    Carbohydrates:35.25g
    11.75%
    Net Carbohydrates:33.75g
    12.27%
    Sugar:3.29g
    3.65%
    Cholesterol:9.61mg
    3.2%
    Sodium:425.35mg
    18.49%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:10.54g
    21.08%
    Selenium:23.53µg
    33.62%
    Vitamin B1:0.46mg
    30.96%
    Folate:83.98µg
    20.99%
    Vitamin B2:0.33mg
    19.58%
    Manganese:0.36mg
    18.05%
    Vitamin B3:3.16mg
    15.8%
    Iron:2.79mg
    15.5%
    Vitamin E:2.23mg
    14.84%
    Phosphorus:126.7mg
    12.67%
    Calcium:119.21mg
    11.92%
    Vitamin K:9.52µg
    9.06%
    Zinc:1.1mg
    7.3%
    Magnesium:26.14mg
    6.53%
    Fiber:1.5g
    5.99%
    Copper:0.12mg
    5.81%
    Vitamin B6:0.08mg
    4.12%
    Potassium:135.4mg
    3.87%
    Vitamin A:165.13IU
    3.3%
    Vitamin B5:0.3mg
    3.02%
    Vitamin C:2.12mg
    2.57%
    Vitamin B12:0.09µg
    1.5%
    Source:My Recipes