Nectarines with Ricotta-Vanilla Cream and Pine-Nut Brittle

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Nectarines with Ricotta-Vanilla Cream and Pine-Nut Brittle
30 min.
4
319kcal

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Indulge in a delightful summer treat with our Nectarines with Ricotta-Vanilla Cream and Pine-Nut Brittle. This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. The juicy nectarines, perfectly ripe and bursting with sweetness, are complemented by a luscious ricotta cream infused with pure vanilla and a hint of milk, creating a smooth and creamy contrast that elevates the fruit to new heights.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the homemade pine-nut brittle, which adds a satisfying crunch and a touch of caramelized sweetness. The process of making the brittle is a rewarding experience, as you watch the sugar transform into a beautiful amber hue, creating a delightful treat that can be enjoyed on its own or as a topping for various desserts.

This dish is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but it also comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet impressive side dish. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply looking to treat yourself, this recipe is sure to impress. Serve it chilled, garnished with fresh mint, and watch as your guests savor every bite of this exquisite combination of flavors. Dive into this culinary adventure and enjoy a taste of summer with every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves 
  • pound nectarines cut into wedges
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • cup ricotta cheese 
  • 0.5 cup sugar divided
  • 0.8 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Toss nectarines with 1 teaspoon sugar and lime juice in a bowl and let macerate, stirring occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. Purée ricotta, milk, vanilla, and 3 teaspoon sugar in a blender until smooth.
  3. Transfer to a bowl and chill in freezer, stirring halfway through, until slightly thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
  4. Line a 4-sided sheet pan with foil. Bring water and remaining 1/2 cup sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved, then wash down any sugar crystals from side of pan with a pastry brush dipped in cold water. Boil, without stirring, swirling pan occasionally so caramel colors evenly, until medium amber, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in pine nuts, then immediately pour out onto foil, quickly spreading with a spatula as thinly as possible. Cool 5 minutes. Peel brittle from foil and break into pieces.
  5. Stir mint into nectarines and serve fruit with ricotta cream and pieces of brittle.
  6. Brittle keeps in an airtight container at room temperature 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories319kcal
Protein12.03%
Fat40.07%
Carbs47.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.52
Glycemic Load
21.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.191739175631%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.42mg
Catechin
3.38mg
Epicatechin
2.88mg
Eriodictyol
0.9mg
Hesperetin
0.4mg
Apigenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.36mg
Quercetin
0.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:318.73kcal
15.94%
Fat:14.73g
22.66%
Saturated Fat:5.85g
36.54%
Carbohydrates:39.63g
13.21%
Net Carbohydrates:37.39g
13.6%
Sugar:35.22g
39.13%
Cholesterol:33.45mg
11.15%
Sodium:74.74mg
3.25%
Alcohol:0.26g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:9.95g
19.9%
Manganese:0.84mg
42.21%
Phosphorus:193.63mg
19.36%
Vitamin A:799.63IU
15.99%
Calcium:158.5mg
15.85%
Selenium:9.49µg
13.56%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.05%
Copper:0.23mg
11.59%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.67%
Magnesium:42.62mg
10.66%
Vitamin E:1.56mg
10.38%
Fiber:2.24g
8.97%
Vitamin B3:1.77mg
8.87%
Potassium:305.97mg
8.74%
Vitamin K:7.55µg
7.19%
Iron:1.2mg
6.67%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.9%
Vitamin C:4.63mg
5.61%
Folate:20.44µg
5.11%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.89%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.36%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.83%
Vitamin D:0.29µg
1.95%
Source:Epicurious
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