Charred Bread with Ricotta and Cherry Salsa

This cherry salsa recipe is also delicious as a condiment for grilled or roast pork or pulsed in a food processor to make a vinaigrette for a salad of tender greens.

Ingredients

8 servings

3

spring onions, preferably red, white/red and green parts separated, thinly sliced on a steep diagonal

5

tablespoons fresh lemon juice

12

ounces fresh cherries (about 2¼ cups), pitted, cut into ⅓-inch-thick slivers

½

cup olive oil, plus more for brushing
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

1

baguette, sliced in half lengthwise

12

ounces whole-milk fresh ricotta
Flaky sea salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toss white/red parts of spring onions and lemon juice in a medium bowl to coat and let sit 10 minutes.

    Step 2

    Add spring onion greens, cherries, and ½ cup oil to bowl and toss gently again to incorporate; season cherry salsa with kosher salt and pepper.

    Step 3

    Prepare a grill for medium-low heat. Brush cut sides of baguette with oil. Grill, cut sides down, until bread is toasted and golden brown, about 3 minutes.

    Step 4

    Let toasts cool for a minute, then spread generous amounts of ricotta over both pieces. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt. Cut each half on a diagonal into 6 pieces. Arrange on a platter and, using a slotted spoon, top with cherry salsa.

    Step 5

    Do Ahead: Cherry salsa can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

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