This toast or open-faced sandwich is the most delightful summer bite. Grilled bread topped with creamy ricotta, savory tomato chutney, and a drizzle of honey make a wonderful summer snack or side dish. I wouldn't complain if this was all I had to eat for a month.
Actually that is not true. I would complain about not having bacon, and chocolate chip cookies.
I felt I needed to make a blanket statement there. To get the point across that I really like eating this delicious toast. There's a little heat in the chutney from red pepper flakes and a pleasant sweetness from cinnamon and ginger. Yes! Cinnamon and ginger with tomatoes!
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This Tomato Chutney Toast with Ricotta and Honey is my idea of simple sophistication, a little sweet, a little savory, and absolutely bursting with warm spice.
Think rustic French bread topped with creamy ricotta, spoonfuls of gently spiced tomato chutney, and a golden drizzle of honey.
It’s a stunning appetizer, lunch, or brunch bite that feels like something you’d find in a cozy café, yet it’s easy enough to make in your own kitchen.
Why you'll love this recipe
There’s something irresistible about the balance of flavors in this tomato chutney toast. The chutney is a gorgeous mix of sweet and tangy tomatoes simmered with onion, garlic, crushed red pepper, and a hint of warm spices like ginger and cinnamon. It pairs beautifully with the cool creaminess of ricotta and the floral sweetness of honey.
This recipe is:
- Perfect for entertaining. The chutney can be made ahead, so assembling toasts is quick and effortless.
- Unexpected but approachable. The familiar ingredients of tomatoes, honey, and ricotta, come together in a surprising and delicious way.
- Versatile. Serve it as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.
If you love sweet-and-savory pairings or Mediterranean-inspired small plates, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
- Olive oil: Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
- Onion and garlic: Build a sweet, aromatic base for the chutney.
- Tomatoes: Fresh tomatoes are ideal in summer.
- Crushed red pepper flakes: Add a little heat, but you can adjust to your liking.
- Ground ginger and cinnamon: Warm spices that make the chutney sing.
- Kosher salt: Enhances all the flavors.
- French bread: Sliced and grilled or toasted until golden and crisp.
- Ricotta cheese: Use whole-milk ricotta for creaminess. Try whipped ricotta for an extra-smooth texture.
- Honey: A drizzle ties everything together with a touch of sweetness.
Expert Tips for the best chutney toast
- Make it ahead. The chutney actually gets better after a day in the fridge as the flavors meld.
- Play with the bread. Ciabatta, sourdough, or baguette slices all work. Just toast or grill until crisp enough to hold the toppings.
- Add herbs. A sprinkle of thyme, basil, or mint adds a fresh note to balance the sweetness.
- Try it warm or cold. Serve the chutney warm for cozy fall appetizers or chilled for summer gatherings.
- Double the batch. This chutney is delicious on grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or as a sandwich spread.
A Make-Ahead Appetizer
This Tomato Chutney Toast with Ricotta and Honey is a little bit fancy, a little bit homey, and completely delicious. Whether you’re hosting brunch or looking to upgrade your afternoon snack, it’s the perfect blend of easy and impressive.
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Tomato Chutney Toast with Ricotta and Honey
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 4 cups (2 lb) chopped tomatoes (or 4 cups drained chopped canned tomatoes)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- French bread (slices grilled)
- Ricotta
- Honey
Instructions
- Heat oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 diced onion and garlic; cook until soft, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes, red pepper, ginger, cinnamon and kosher salt; simmer, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens, 20 to 25 min (less time if using canned tomatoes). Remove from heat and cool.
- Serve on grilled or toasted slices of French bread spread with ricotta and a drizzle of honey. Chutney keeps chilled for up to 5 days.
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Tara Teaspoon
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Mary Bench says
Yum! Can't wait!
Marie says
Oh man, you had me at Tomato Chutney Toast with Ricotta and Honey! This recipe is literally sinful. The best combination of flavors! A great appetizer for a dinner party too.