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Grilled Bread With Zucchini, Ricotta, and Basil

Contributed By: swingincatz
Real Simple

Ingredients

4 1/2 In slices country bread

2 tb Olive oil

4 Small zucchini (about 2 pounds), thinly sliced lengthwise

1 cup Fresh basil, leaves torn

1/4 ts Crushed red pepper

Kosher salt

1 cup Fresh ricotta

Preparation

Directions

1Heat grill to medium-high. Brush the bread with 1 tablespoon of the oil and grill until golden and crisp, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to plates. 2Grill the zucchini until tender and slightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Toss in a large bowl with the basil, red pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the remaining tablespoon of oil. 3Top the bread with the zucchini and ricotta.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Egg & Cheese
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Simple (6 ingredients or less)
Vegetarian
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 284
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 13g
Sodium: 461g
Fiber: 4g