Description
Beetroot Ricotta Toast is a vibrant and nutritious dish that effortlessly combines crispy sourdough, creamy ricotta, and sweet roasted beets. This delightful toast is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor and health benefits. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, it’s an easy recipe that will impress your guests while keeping your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 2 medium-sized beetroots
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh herbs (basil or mint) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beetroots in foil and roast on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Slice the sourdough bread into thick pieces, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Once cooled, peel the beets and slice them thinly.
- Spread ricotta on each slice of toasted bread, top with beet slices, and drizzle with any remaining olive oil.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, sprinkle nuts like walnuts on top. - Substitute goat cheese for a tangy twist. - Keep leftover components separate in airtight containers; reheat the bread lightly before assembly.