Mesclun and Ricotta Salata on Grilled Garlic Toasts

Name: Mesclun and Ricotta Salata on Grilled Garlic Toasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large lemons; 4 teaspoons honey; 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste; 3/4 cup olive oil; 4 (1/2-inch-thick) slices country-style bread, halved diagonally; 1 large garlic clove, halved crosswise; 8 oz mesclun (8 cups); 3/4 lb grape tomatoes, halved; 6 oz ricotta salata, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1
Remove zest from lemons in large strips with a vegetable peeler and cut any white pith from strips with a sharp knife.
2
Cut enough zest into julienne strips to measure 1/4 cup.
3
Blanch zest in boiling water 1 minute, then drain in a sieve and plunge into a bowl of cold water to stop cooking.
4
Drain and pat dry.
5
Squeeze enough juice from lemons to measure 6 tablespoons.
6
Whisk together lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper, then add 1/2 cup oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
7
Prepare charcoal or gas grill for cooking.
8
Brush both sides of bread slices with remaining 1/4 cup oil and season with salt and pepper.
9
When fire is hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 1 to 2 seconds), grill bread on lightly oiled grill rack, turning once, until golden, about 3 minutes total.
10
Immediately rub 1 side of each slice with garlic.
11
Toss mesclun with tomatoes, half of zest, and enough dressing to coat, then season with salt and pepper.
12
Put toasts on salad plates and spoon some of remaining dressing over each.
13
Layer cheese and salad alternately on each toast and sprinkle with remaining zest.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large lemons, 4 teaspoons honey, 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste, and more.

Yes, Mesclun and Ricotta Salata on Grilled Garlic Toasts falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!