Ricotta is a low-fat, high-protein fresh cheese that combines perfectly with the natural sweetness of figs and the mild bitterness of walnuts. A breakfast that looks like a restaurant but is made in 10 minutes.
Mediterranean
Ricotta Toast with Figs, Walnuts and Honey
Ricotta toast with fresh figs, walnuts and honey: gourmet Mediterranean breakfast ready in 10 min. Rich in calcium and omega-3 fats.
- Spain
- Breakfast
- Light
- High protein
- High fiber
- easy
8 min
Tiempo de Preparación
2
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 340 kcal
- Protein 13 g
- Fiber 4 g
- Carbohydrates 42 g
- Fat 13 g
- Sodium 220 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Ricotta Toast with Figs, Walnuts and Honey is a preparation from Spain with easy difficulty. Reserve about 11 minutes in total (8 for mise en place and preparation, 3 for cooking). Follow the 5 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 2 slices of sourdough bread.
- Have ready: 100 g fresh ricotta.
- Have ready: 4 fresh figs (or 6 hydrated dried ones).
- Have ready: 20 g of walnuts.
- Have ready: 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Toast the bread until evenly golden brown.
Toast the bread until evenly browned. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later. Watch the exact point indicated; An extra minute can alter the result.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
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Mix the ricotta with the lemon zest and a pinch of salt
Mix the ricotta with the lemon zest and a pinch of salt. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
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Spread the ricotta generously on the toast.
Spread the ricotta generously over the toast. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Cut the figs in half and distribute them over the ricotta.
Cut the figs in half and distribute them over the ricotta. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
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Add the chopped walnuts
Add the chopped walnuts, drizzle with honey and decorate with fresh thyme. Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Go slowly and confirm texture, aroma and color before moving to the next step.
Chef's tips
- You can prepare some of the ingredients the night before to save time in the morning.
- Combine protein with seasonal vegetables for a complete and satisfying dish.
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