Ricotta Toast with Garlicky Greens
Ricotta Toast with Garlicky Greens is a delightful and healthy dish that combines creamy ricotta cheese with sautéed greens and garlic, served on toasted peasant-style bread. This dish is perfect for a nutritious breakfast, brunch, or light meal.
Ingredients
FOR THE RICOTTA:
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon herbes de Provence
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
FOR THE GREENS:
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
- 8 ounces greens , such as kale, Swiss chard, or collards, tough stems and central ribs removed, leaves finely chopped
- Kosher salt and crushed red pepper
- 4 slices (½ inch thick) bread , cut from a large peasant-style loaf, toasted
Wine Pairing
- Red blend
Instructions
- PREPARE THE RICOTTA: In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta, olive oil, and herbes de Provence. Season with salt and black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- PREPARE THE GREENS: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until warmed. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it starts to turn golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the greens and 2 tablespoons water, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the leaves are wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and a pinch of crushed red pepper.
- Halve the toasts and spread them with ricotta. Spoon the greens on top and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
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