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Ricotta crostini with peas and mint served on a wooden platter, showcasing the fresh ingredients and spring flavors.
Alyssa

Ricotta Crostini with Peas and Mint

A refreshing spring appetizer featuring creamy ricotta, fresh peas, and mint atop crispy baguette slices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 197

Ingredients
  

  • 1 French baguette sliced into ¼-inch thick slices
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon salt plus 1 teaspoon divided
  • 1 pound English peas fresh or frozen (fresh for best results)
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 pound fresh ricotta cheese
  • fresh mint
  • sea salt
  • ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Place sliced baguette on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until crispy, but not browned, about 7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, then add 1 tablespoon salt. Add peas and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and place into an ice bath. Cool for a few minutes and drain.
  3. In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté drained peas with garlic until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. The peas should still have a little firmness to them — you don’t want them mushy.
  4. On a large platter, layer crostini with ricotta, peas, and a few small leaves of mint (if they’re too large, you can tear or slice them). Season each crostini with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

Serve at room temperature for the best flavors.