Tartine di Ricotta

Tartine di Ricotta is a delightful Italian snack featuring creamy ricotta cheese spread over toasted whole grain bread, topped with fresh seasonal vegetables and a drizzle of olive oil. This healthy dish is not only refreshing but also packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a perfect light meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

• Whole grain bread - 2 slices
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 grams, chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Balsamic glaze - for drizzling (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat a grill pan or toaster oven to medium heat.
2. Toast the whole grain bread slices until golden brown and crisp.
3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with chopped basil, a pinch of sea salt, and black pepper to taste.
4. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices.
5. Top each tartine with halved cherry tomatoes.
6. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and, if desired, a small amount of balsamic glaze.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Italian snack!

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 220 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from ricotta, supporting muscle health.
• Contains whole grains, providing fiber for digestive health.

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