Slow Roasted Tomato and Chive Ricotta Toast
This elegant toast combines creamy ricotta cheese mixed with fresh chives and delicate chive blossoms, topped with sweet slow-roasted tomatoes. The tomatoes roast low and slow until they're concentrated and jammy while still holding their shape. Perfect for a sophisticated breakfast, light lunch, or appetizer when you want to showcase fresh herbs from the garden. The combination of the herb-infused ricotta and caramelized tomatoes creates a beautiful balance of fresh and rich flavors.
Ingredients
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chive stems, mincedgreen onion tops1:1
milder onion flavor
- 1 tablespoon chive blossoms, washed and separated
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices multi-grain bread, toastedsourdough1:1
different flavor profile
- 6 cocktail tomatoes, sliced in halfcherry tomatoes1:1
similar size and sweetness
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees
- 2
Place tomatoes cut side-up in medium baking dish
- 3
Drizzle tomatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper
- 4
Roast tomatoes for 50-60 minutes until wrinkly and soft but still glossy and holding their shape
- 5
Mix ricotta cheese with minced chive stems, half the chive blossoms, olive oil, salt and black pepper in small bowl
- 6
Spread ricotta mixture over toasted bread slices
- 7
Top with roasted tomatoes and remaining chive blossoms
- 8
Season with additional salt and black pepper if desired and serve immediately
Tips
Make sure tomatoes are wrinkly and soft but still glossy - avoid over-drying them completely
Use both chive stems and blossoms for layered herb flavor and visual appeal
Serve immediately after assembling to prevent bread from getting soggy
Good to Know
Store assembled toast in refrigerator for up to 1 day, though bread will soften
Roast tomatoes and prepare ricotta mixture up to 2 days ahead; assemble just before serving
Serve immediately at room temperature for best texture contrast
Common Mistakes
Don't over-roast tomatoes or they'll become completely dried out instead of jammy
Assemble just before serving to prevent soggy bread
Substitutions
milder onion flavor
FAQ
Can I use regular tomatoes instead of cocktail tomatoes?
Yes, but cut larger tomatoes into smaller pieces and adjust roasting time as needed for even cooking.
What if I don't have chive blossoms?
You can omit the blossoms and use extra minced chives, or substitute with other edible flowers like nasturtiums.
How long do the roasted tomatoes keep?
Store roasted tomatoes in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.