Imagine starting your day with a restaurant-worthy breakfast that's not just a meal, but a culinary experience! This Breakfast Asparagus Radish and Ricotta Toast isn't just another boring breakfast - it's a symphony of flavors that will transform your morning routine from mundane to magnificent. With its vibrant colors, creamy ricotta, crisp asparagus, and peppery radishes, this toast is about to become your new obsession that will make your taste buds dance and your Instagram followers drool.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 cup asparagus, trimmed
- 1/2 cup radishes, sliced
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing the asparagus and radishes thoroughly. Trim the woody ends of the asparagus and slice the radishes into thin, delicate rounds.
- Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve the vibrant color.
- Toast the bread slices until they are golden brown and crisp. Use a toaster or a skillet with a light brush of olive oil for added flavor.
- Spread a generous layer of fresh ricotta cheese evenly across each slice of toasted bread. Use the back of a spoon to create a smooth, creamy surface.
- Arrange the blanched asparagus spears carefully on top of the ricotta, creating an elegant presentation.
- Scatter the thinly sliced radishes over the asparagus, adding a peppery crunch and bright color to the toast.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavors of the ingredients.
- Finish by drizzling a light stream of high-quality extra virgin olive oil over the toast, which will add richness and tie all the flavors together.
- Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and the ingredients are fresh and vibrant.
Tips
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients - the secret to an extraordinary toast lies in the freshness of your produce.
- For the best texture, blanch asparagus just until it turns bright green to maintain its crisp-tender texture.
- Use room temperature ricotta for easier spreading and a smoother consistency.
- Slice radishes as thinly as possible using a sharp knife or mandoline for delicate, translucent rounds.
- Don't skimp on the olive oil - a good quality extra virgin olive oil can elevate the entire dish.
- Season generously but carefully - the salt and pepper should enhance, not overpower, the delicate flavors.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect contrast of warm toast and fresh, crisp vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
