Whipped Ricotta and Fresh Fig Toast
A luxurious, quick breakfast featuring protein-rich whipped ricotta on crisp sourdough, topped with sweet fresh figs and crunchy walnuts.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 10-minute game plan
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Equipment
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Time saver
Keep walnuts in the fridge or freezer to protect their delicate, mood-supporting omega-3 fats from going rancid.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Toast the thick slice of sourdough bread…
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Toast the thick slice of sourdough bread…
Toast the thick slice of sourdough bread until deeply golden and crisp.
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While the bread toasts
While the bread toasts, place the ricotta cheese in a small bowl with a pinch of salt and a dash of cinnamon. Whisk vigorously with a fork for about 30 to 60 seconds until the cheese becomes light and fluffy.
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Remove the stems and slice the fresh…
Remove the stems and slice the fresh figs into thin wedges.
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Spread the whipped ricotta in a thick
Spread the whipped ricotta in a thick, even layer over the toasted sourdough.
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Top with the sliced figs and chopped…
Top with the sliced figs and chopped walnuts.
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Finish with a light drizzle of honey…
Finish with a light drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt before serving.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Whipping the ricotta takes less than…
Whipping the ricotta takes less than a minute but transforms the texture from grainy to luxurious and spreadable.
Keep walnuts in the fridge or…
Keep walnuts in the fridge or freezer to protect their delicate, mood-supporting omega-3 fats from going rancid.
If fresh figs are out of…
If fresh figs are out of season, swap them for sliced pears, peaches, or slightly mashed raspberries for a similar fiber boost.
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