Grilled Peach And Ricotta Toast

Sweet summer bliss in every bite! This grilled peach and ricotta toast is the perfect way to soak up the sunshine.

Fresh peaches, creamy ricotta, and a hint of honey come together on toasted bread, finished with a sprinkle of fresh mint and crunchy nuts – a match made in heaven!

Ready Time

25 mins

Yields

9 servings

Ingredients

9 slices of bread (preferably baguette or ciabatta)
3 ripe peaches, sliced into 1/2-inch thick wedges
1 1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 sprigs of fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices and brush both sides with olive oil.

Grill the bread for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until it’s lightly toasted and has a nice char.

While the bread is grilling, mix the ricotta cheese and honey together in a bowl until smooth.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Once the bread is toasted, let it cool for a minute or two.

Spread about 2 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture onto each slice of bread.

Top each slice with a few slices of grilled peach, followed by a sprinkle of chopped fresh mint leaves.

If you’re feeling extra fancy, add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts on top for some added crunch.

Serve immediately and feel free to get creative with your toppings – the more, the merrier!

Notes

Use a good quality bread that can hold up to grilling, like baguette or ciabatta, and make sure to slice it into thick slices so it doesn’t get too crumbly.

If you’re using a grill pan, make sure it’s hot before adding the bread – you should see a sizzle when it hits the pan.

Don’t overmix the ricotta and honey – you want it smooth, but not too smooth.

A few lumps are okay! Use ripe peaches for the best flavor – if they’re not ripe, they’ll be too firm and won’t grill well.

If you’re adding nuts, toast them in a dry pan for a minute or two before sprinkling them on top – it brings out their flavor.

Feel free to get creative with your toppings – a drizzle of balsamic glaze, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a few fresh berries can add a lot of flavor and fun to this dish.