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Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

September 16, 2017 by Marisa 15 Comments

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Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta are perfect for days when gardens or even farmer’s markets are overflowing with bright and colorful cherry tomatoes.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

They are little pearly jewels of a thriving garden, lovingly tended by caring hands. Every time I come across them they evoke many memories of my little ones, gleefully gorging on cherry tomatoes in their nonno’s garden.

These little bite sized fruit are so versatile and should really be a staple ingredient in every kitchen. Thankfully they’re available year round, complimenting many dishes with their exquisite miniature shape and various bright colors.

While wonderful when eaten fresh plucked straight off their vine, when roasted, their natural concentrated sweetness is enhanced which adds a whole other level of goodness to a dish!

Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

Not much fuss is required to draw out their natural sweetness. Usually a light drizzle of olive oil with some fine sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper and your favorite herb tossed with smashed plump garlic cloves will do the trick! You will so enjoy the aromas permeating your kitchen once their roasted.

At this point there is really so much more you can do with them, such as tossing the roasted tomatoes over some cooked pasted or even using them as a pizza topping. Or try roasting and then freezing large batches to add a little bit of summer to your Fall or Winter soups.

Oh! The Possibilities!

Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

However, we are technically still in the lazy days of summer stage and so I’ve kept it simple for you.

I’ve grilled a half sized ciabatta bread, perfumed it by rubbing a clove of garlic over the slices. I then slathered some creamy ricotta cheese and crowned the breads with the oven roasted cherry tomatoes. It’s so easy and yummy that you’ll be hard pressed not to share with family!

You can cut each ciabatta slice in wedges and serve as appetizers with a first course meal but I could probably snack on these all day long.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

Although these oven roasted tomato slices are fabulous on their own, you can elevate the taste by drizzling some good quality extra virgin olive oil over the slices.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

Alternately, you can sprinkle the best balsamic vinegar you can afford over these delectable slices. Or better yet, top with a small splash of balsamic reduction for a special appeal! Remember though, a little goes a long way!

Buon Appetito!

Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta
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Roasted Cherry Tomato Ricotta Bruschetta

Grilled garlic bread slathered with creamy ricotta and piled with sweet and juicy oven roasted tomatoes.
Course Antipasto
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 -4
Author Marisa

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cherry tomatoes
  • 4 cloves of garlic peeled and smashed
  • salt to your taste I used fine sea salt
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil plus 1 tablespoon for brushing on the bread
  • 3 large springs of fresh oregano plus 1 teaspoon for garnishing
  • 1 demi ciabatta bread sliced in half, vertically
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a medium sized bowl, toss together the cherry tomatoes with smashed garlic, salt, pepper and olive oil.
  • Spread the cherry tomato mixture onto the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Nestle the sprigs of oregano between the cherry tomatoes.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, brush 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the sliced ciabatta bread.
  • Preheat a grill pan and place the bread cut side down onto the pan and toast till there are deep golden brown grill marks.
  • Rub a garlic clove over the sliced grilled bread.
  • Divide the ricotta onto the 2 slices of bread while spreading evenly.
  • Top with the roasted cherry tomatoes and garnish with some fresh oregano.
  • Drizzle some good quality extra virgin olive oil over the bruschetta then slice into wedges and serve.
  • Alternately, you can drizzle a good quality balsamic vinegar or a balsamic reduction over the bruschetta slices.
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  1. blankannika

    September 16, 2017 at 11:49 pm

    What a lovely appetizer, a nice change from the usual bruschetta that I make! I must try it before the end of my tomatoes!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      September 17, 2017 at 9:27 pm

      I’m sure Annika it’s one recipe you will turn too again and again. Quick, simple and delicious! Thanks xo

      Reply
  2. blanksileas

    September 17, 2017 at 5:03 am

    Gosh the tomatoes looks so juicy and sweet ๐Ÿ˜€

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    • blankMarisa

      September 17, 2017 at 9:29 pm

      They are really juicy with sweet concentrated flavours! Yummy!

      Reply
  3. blankchef mimi

    September 17, 2017 at 8:46 am

    Beautiful. I have a love affair with cherry tomatoes, and will eat them every which way!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      September 17, 2017 at 9:33 pm

      YES! And thankfully they are so versatile and always a winner regardless of how they’re prepared! Thanks Mimi?

      Reply
  4. blankSmiling Notes

    September 19, 2017 at 9:41 pm

    I love cherry tomatoes and this is an awesome way to bring out their flavor, Marisa. Loved your dish.

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      September 20, 2017 at 10:22 pm

      I’ve been roasting them quite often these past few weeks. They are so worth the extra time in the oven, glad to hear you loved them as well.

      Reply
  5. blankTeti

    September 21, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    I think I have found my favourite foodblog!A foodblog named marisaITALIANkitchen??I really love Italian kitchen, especially pasta!As you can see to my blog (tetisflakes.com) I have posted some pasta recipes, I would love to read them in order to make suggestions!You have a great blog!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      September 25, 2017 at 10:06 am

      Thanks so much, that is very kind! I LOVE pasta will check yours out ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. blankpblevitt

    September 26, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    I did some of my own roasting of cherry tomatoes after your post inspired me, They made a quick & delicious sauce for spaghetti. With those that remain on the vine, I will follow your wonderful instructions, add a green salad, and dinner is served.

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      September 27, 2017 at 11:01 pm

      Yes I did see them on Instagram and am sure they were perfect served over spaghetti! Roasting cherry tomatoes really elevates them to a whole other level, thankfully they’re available year round to be enjoyed in many different ways. Enjoy Paula and thanks for commenting!

      Reply
  7. blankJulie is Hostess At Heart

    September 28, 2017 at 8:26 am

    What a beautiful appetizer. I just love roasted tomatoes and I’ve got to remember the garlic rub!

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    • blankMarisa

      September 29, 2017 at 11:11 pm

      Yes do remember the garlic rub, it truly does make a difference! I’ve been known to forget a few times myself but its still all good! Thanks so much Julie ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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