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Creamy Lemon Ricotta and Balsamic Cherry Crostini

Delectable crostini topped with velvety lemon-infused ricotta and garnished with a shimmering balsamic cherry compote create a melody of flavors in every bite. Freshly chopped basil leaves and a smattering of sea salt provide the perfect finishing touch to this delightful appetizer.
5
25 min
TOTAL TIME
562
CALORIES
$2.15
PER SERVING
Creamy Lemon Ricotta and Balsamic Cherry Crostini
Ingredients
CHERRY COMPOTE
4 SERVINGS
Fresh Cherries
8 3/4 oz fresh cherries
pitted and halved
Balsamic Vinegar
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
Fine Sea Salt
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Black Pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
RICOTTA SPREAD
Fine Sea Salt
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Lemon
1/2 whole lemon
zested
Whole Milk Ricotta
8 3/4 oz whole milk ricotta
Black Pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
CROSTINI
Olive Oil
1 tbsp olive oil
Ciabatta Bread
4 slices ciabatta bread
GARNISH
Fresh Basil
1 bunch fresh basil
finely chopped
Directions
CHERRY COMPOTE
15 min
PREP TIME
10 min
COOK TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a bowl, combine the halved cherries, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir gently and set aside.
RICOTTA SPREAD
2
Place the ricotta, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper in a blender. Blend until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
CROSTINI
3
Lightly brush each side of the ciabatta bread slices with olive oil. Toast on a hot griddle until lightly charred on each side.
ASSEMBLY
4
Spread a generous amount of the lemon ricotta onto each toasted ciabatta slice.
5
Top with a portion of balsamic cherry compote.
6
Sprinkle finely chopped basil leaves over each crostini for a fresh garnish and additional pop of flavor.
Health Info
Macros
44g
CARBS
36g
FAT
21g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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