Berry Bruschetta Appetizer

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Memorial Day is a time to remember and thank those who have served our country and have risked their lives for ours! A nice way to show tribute to those we love is by serving good food, drinks, and family gatherings.

Memorial Day for some is also a kick-off to summer and this appetizer is so perfect for this occasion!

Not only is it Red, White, and Blue but it is also a wonderful combination of sweet summer berries and creamy fresh lemon ricotta cheese.

This fresh and beautiful combination is then served on a little baguette toast that is sure to please your guests and family!

The Perfect Start to Summer

Not only is this a pretty little combination, but it is also quick and super easy to make!

Just slice up a baguette and brush it with some olive oil to make Bruschetta toasts.

You then just zest a little lemon into some ricotta cheese and top with a luscious combination of strawberries, blueberries, and fresh basil, then drizzle it all in balsamic vinegar!

Oh man, is this yummy and just perfect for this holiday weekend!

Make-Ahead Tips

You can always make the toasts the night before and just store them in a Ziploc bag.

Assembling the Bruschetta the next day will seriously take you less than ten minutes but will look like a dramatic, beautiful appetizer.

Serving Suggestions

So I hope you make these along with maybe my Vodka Lemonade Slushes and have yourself the perfect little Memorial Day Celebration with friends and family.

Let’s show those we love how much we appreciate them by serving them delightful and delicious food and cocktails!

Recipe: Berry Bruschetta Appetizer

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Course: Appetizer
• Servings: 12

Equipment Needed

• 1 Pan to bake baguette toasts
• 1 Zester for lemon

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Ricotta Cheese
• 1 Lemon Zested to equal approx 1 tsp
• 2-4 Large Strawberries, sliced and quartered
• 1/2 Cup Blueberries
• 2 TB Finely Chopped Fresh Basil
• 1 Sliced Baguette – Sliced in 1/2 inch thick slices to toast
• 2 TB Olive Oil, brushed on sliced toast
• Reduced Balsamic Vinegar, drizzled over top

Instructions

1. Prepare the Toasts: Slice baguette into 1/2″ slices and brush with olive oil, then bake for 10 minutes.
2. Mix the Ricotta: Zest lemon into ricotta cheese, mix well and set aside.
3. Combine Berries and Basil: Chop strawberries into quartered slices and mix with blueberries and chopped basil.
4. Assemble the Bruschetta: Once the toasts have cooled, spread about 1 tsp or so of ricotta cheese on each toast and top with the berry and basil mixture.
5. Final Touch: Drizzle lightly with reduced balsamic vinegar and serve!

Enjoy!

This recipe encapsulates the spirit of Memorial Day with its visually appealing colors and fresh, flavorful ingredients. It’s sure to be a hit at your holiday gathering!

As we gather to celebrate and honor our heroes this Memorial Day, let this Berry Bruschetta be a part of your festive spread. It’s not just delicious—it’s a tribute in every bite, showing our loved ones just how much we cherish and appreciate them.