T R C
Transform your appetizers with these delightful T R C crostini—an effortless combination of creamy ricotta, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil served atop perfectly toasted baguette slices. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, these bite-sized treats are as easy to make as they are elegant. Lightly brushed with olive oil and infused with a hint of garlic, the crispy base complements the savory-sweet toppings beautifully. A drizzle of optional balsamic glaze elevates the flavor profile, making these crostini an ideal choice for dinner parties, casual gatherings, or an indulgent snack. Quick, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and place them on a baking sheet.
Brush each slice with olive oil on both sides.
Toast the baguette slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
While the bread is toasting, slice the cherry tomatoes in half and finely chop the basil leaves.
Once the baguette slices are toasted, remove them from the oven and lightly rub each slice with the peeled garlic clove for a hint of flavor.
Spread 1-2 teaspoons of ricotta cheese on each slice.
Top the ricotta with halved cherry tomatoes and a sprinkling of chopped basil.
Season each crostini with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze, if desired, for an added touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.0 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3404 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.3 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 64.3 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1217 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1043 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
