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Avocado Toast With Ricotta, Olive Oil, Lemon Zest, and Basil Recipe

Avocado Toast With Ricotta, Olive Oil, Lemon Zest, and Basil Recipe
  • Category

    Sandwiches

  • Cusine

    American

Ingredients

1 slice country or sourdough bread, approximately 1/2 inch thick

Extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 medium pitted and peeled Hass avocado

Freshly squeezed lemon juice to taste, from 1/2 lemon

4 to 5 tablespoons high-quality ricotta

Thinly sliced basil leaves, for garnish

Lemon zest, for garnish

Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Lightly brush bread with extra-virgin olive oil and toast to desired level of doneness. Top with avocado and mash with a fork to cover entire surface. Squeeze lemon juice over bread and add ricotta in dollops across the surface. Drizzle with more extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with basil, lemon zest, sea salt, and pepper. Serve.