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Fresh Coastal Grandmother Lunch with Artisan Rye and Ricotta

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A quick and easy coastal-inspired lunch featuring toasted artisan rye bread topped with creamy ricotta, fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. This simple yet flavorful recipe brings a taste of the seaside to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 thick slices artisan rye bread
  • 1 cup (240g) fresh whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • Pinch of sea salt (coarse flakes like Maldon)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh cherry or heirloom tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • About 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon honey or balsamic glaze for drizzle

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with lemon zest, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir gently to keep the texture creamy.
  2. Toast the rye bread slices until golden and crisp on the edges but still tender inside, about 3-4 minutes using a toaster or grill pan over medium heat.
  3. Slice the tomatoes and chop the basil and oregano. Toss them gently with olive oil and a pinch of sea salt. Let sit for a minute to meld flavors.
  4. Spread about 1/4 cup (60g) of the ricotta mixture evenly over each slice of toasted rye bread.
  5. Top each slice with the tomato and herb mixture. Drizzle a little more olive oil over the top and finish with a pinch of cracked black pepper.
  6. Optional: Add a light drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze over each slice for a subtle sweet or tangy note.

Notes

Let ricotta sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before mixing for better spreadability. Toast rye bread to medium crispness to avoid breakage. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. If ricotta is too thick, loosen with a teaspoon of milk or olive oil. Add balsamic vinegar to tomato topping if tomatoes are not juicy enough. Store leftover components separately and assemble fresh to avoid soggy bread.

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