Labor Day Strawberry Balsamic Bruschetta
A refreshing and festive appetizer perfect for Labor Day. The combination of creamy ricotta, sweet strawberries, and tangy balsamic glaze is a crowd-pleaser! #LaborDayEats #StrawberryBruschetta #HealthyAppetizer #EasySummerRecipe
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, cut into 1" slices
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups strawberries chopped
- 2 Tbsp fresh basil thinly sliced
- balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush or drizzle them with 1/4 cup of olive oil. Bake until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the ricotta with the salt, pepper, and remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Mix well.
- Spread a generous layer of the ricotta mixture onto each toasted baguette slice. Top with the chopped strawberries.
- Garnish with fresh basil and finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition per serving: Calories: 320, Total Carbs: 30g, Net Carbs: 28g, Fats: 18g, Protein: 14g.
