Grilled Bread with Ricotta & Tomatoes
A delicious Mediterranean-inspired appetizer featuring grilled country bread topped with creamy ricotta and marinated tomatoes. Fresh herbs and garlic add bright flavors to this perfect summer dish.
Ingredients
- •1 clove garlic clove
- •1 pinch Kosher salt
- •1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- •6 tablespoons olive oil
- •¾ pound assorted small tomatoes
- •1 pinch black pepper
- •8 slices country-style bread
- •1 cup mixed tender herbs
- •10 ounces whole-milk ricotta
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Finely chop garlic, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, then mash with the side of knife to a fine paste. Transfer to a medium bowl and whisk in vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil. Add tomatoes; season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Let sit, tossing occasionally, at least 15 minutes.
20 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, prepare grill for mediumhigh heat. Brush both sides of bread with remaining 4 tablespoons oil and grill until lightly charred, about 2 minutes per side.
10 min
- 3.
Just before serving, toss herbs with tomato mixture. Spread ricotta on toast and top with tomato mixture; cut toast in half.
5 min
- 4.
Do ahead: Tomato mixture (without herbs) can be made 12 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
