Peach and Tomato Ricotta Crostini with Balsamic Glaze
Crispy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy ricotta, juicy peaches, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, finished with a tangy drizzle of balsamic glaze. A colorful and refreshing summer appetizer that’s as elegant as it is easy.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 16 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 ripe peach, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Toast for 7–8 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- In a small bowl, combine diced peaches, cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to combine.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese over each toasted baguette slice.
- Top with a generous spoonful of the peach-tomato mixture.
- Drizzle each crostini with balsamic glaze just before serving.
Notes
- Use whipped ricotta for an extra smooth texture.
- Substitute nectarines or plums if peaches are out of season.
- Serve immediately to maintain crostini crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peach crostini, tomato ricotta crostini, summer appetizer, balsamic glaze, vegetarian crostini