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Savory Ricotta & Tomato Breakfast Toast

Creamy whipped ricotta layered on crispy toast and topped with blistered tomatoes, herbs, and olive oil for a fresh savory breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2 toasts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Toast Base
  • 2 slices rustic bread sourdough or country-style
Ricotta Spread
  • 0.75 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
Tomato Topping
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
Finishing
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Toaster or oven

Method
 

  1. Toast bread slices until golden and crisp.
  2. Whip ricotta with olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and airy.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook tomatoes until blistered.
  4. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  5. Spread ricotta generously over warm toast.
  6. Top with tomatoes, basil, and chili flakes if using.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra richness, finish with lemon zest or a soft egg.