Peach and Tomato Ricotta Crostini
A fresh and vibrant appetizer featuring crispy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy ricotta, sweet peaches, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a tangy drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Total Time: 18 mins
- Yield: 20 pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh peaches, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- Spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese on each toasted slice.
- In a small bowl, combine cherry tomatoes and peaches. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Spoon the peach-tomato mixture over the ricotta-topped crostini.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture.
- For extra creaminess, whip the ricotta before spreading.
- Serve immediately to keep the bread crisp.
- Try heirloom cherry tomatoes for added color and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: peach ricotta crostini, tomato ricotta appetizer, summer crostini, balsamic crostini, Italian appetizer