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Whipped Ricotta Toast with Pomegranate Flowers & Lemon Zest

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  • Author: Emma Delaney
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 toasts 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Modern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

An artistic, vibrant breakfast toast layered with creamy whipped ricotta, delicate pomegranate ‘flowers’, fresh mint, and bright lemon zest—a refreshing and nourishing start to the day.


Ingredients

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  • 2 slices of whole grain or sourdough bread, toasted
  • 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon honey (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whip ricotta with honey and vanilla until smooth and slightly fluffy using a hand whisk or fork.
  2. Toast the bread until golden and crisp.
  3. Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta over each slice.
  4. Arrange pomegranate arils in flower shapes across the surface of the toast.
  5. Sprinkle lemon zest over the top and add fresh mint leaves between the flowers for a natural, decorative look.
  6. Drizzle lightly with extra honey if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality ricotta for the best texture and flavor.
  • Try different fruit toppings like sliced figs or berries for seasonal variations.
  • Serve immediately to maintain toast crispness and presentation.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 toast
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg