Labor Day Strawberry Balsamic Bruschetta
A fresh and elegant appetizer perfect for your Labor Day celebration. Combining creamy ricotta with sweet strawberries and a tangy balsamic glaze.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, cut into 1" slices
- 1/4 cup + 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 2 cups ricotta
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups strawberries chopped
- 2 Tbsp fresh basil thinly sliced
- Balsamic glaze for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle or brush with 1/4 cup olive oil. Bake until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with salt, pepper, and the remaining 2 tsp olive oil until smooth.
- Spread a generous layer of the ricotta mixture onto each toast, then top with chopped strawberries.
- Garnish with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional values are approximate per serving: Calories: 391, Total Carbs: 35g, Net Carbs: 32g, Fats: 22g, Protein: 16g.
