Caprese Toast
This open-faced caprese toast brings together luscious homemade vegan ricotta, zesty pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy drizzle of balsamic glaze—all layered atop toasted baguette slices. Often overlooked as an appetizer, this vegan caprese toast is perfect for a healthy, grab-and-go breakfast with abundant plant protein and fresh, seasonal produce. Crazy easy preparation and a colourful visual appeal make it one of the best summer snacks you can enjoy without heating up your kitchen.
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Why You’ll Love This Caprese Toast
Best High-Protein Summer Snack – This vegan caprese toast is a powerhouse of plant-based nutrition. Creamy vegan ricotta made from tofu and cashews packs in high-quality plant protein, fibre, and healthy fats. The result? A light yet satisfying snack that fuels your body and keeps you full longer—making it a top pick for post-workout bites or midday summer pick-me-ups.
100% Vegan – Instead of the traditional ricotta and pesto made with parmesan, I’ve crafted a 100% vegan version using wholesome ingredients that don’t compromise taste or texture. The vegan ricotta is luxuriously smooth, while the pesto delivers a zesty herbal punch minus any cheese. It’s a guilt-free indulgence for plant-based eaters and those looking to reduce their dairy intake without sacrificing flavour.
Grab-and-Go – Short on time? You don’t need an oven, just a quick toast of the baguette slices and a speedy blend for the ricotta. It takes under 15 minutes to assemble, and the result is something that looks gourmet but feels effortless. These toasts are easily portable and don’t get soggy quickly, making them perfect for on-the-go breakfasts, lunchboxes, or summer picnics.
Kid-Friendly – Feeding picky eaters can feel like a chore, but this recipe turns that around. The mini-toast format is perfect for little hands, and the vibrant colours from cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and balsamic drizzle make each slice visually exciting. It even looks like a mini pizza. Best of all, you’ll sneak in veggies, healthy fats, and protein without any complaints.
How to Make Vegan Caprese Toast
- Blend the Vegan Ricotta
Add tofu, cashews, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and Italian seasonings into a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning or lemon juice for brightness. Place the ricotta in a piping or Ziplock bag and cut off the corner.
- Prepare Your Baguette
Slice the Baguette into ½-inch thick pieces and toast until golden brown.
- Assemble the Toast
Spread about 1 tbsp of vegan pesto on each toasted slice. Then, either pipe or spoon on the vegan ricotta. Add halved cherry tomatoes on top, sprinkle with freshly chopped basil, and finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Recipe Tips for Caprese Toast
Choose high-quality ingredients: The tomatoes are the “meat” of this easy caprese toast, so make sure to pick ripe, juicy tomatoes and the most fragrant basil.
Toast the bread to perfection: Toast your slices of baguette in a toaster, oven, or grill pan for those gorgeous char lines.
Make Gluten-Free Caprese Toast: Use gluten-free bread or crackers for a celiac-friendly version.
Nut-Free Caprese Toast: Replace cashews with sunflower seeds or use a tofu-only ricotta to avoid nuts altogether.
Extra Protein: Sprinkle on some hemp seeds or serve alongside lentil soup for a hearty meal.
Add Heat: Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the ricotta or pesto.
Season it Right: A pinch of salt and a crack of black pepper might seem like small additions, but they enhance the flavours of the tomatoes, the creaminess of the ricotta, and brightens the flavour of the lemon juice.
Make it ahead: This high-protein caprese toast holds up remarkably well for several hours. Once assembled, you can pack it for summer picnics or lunch boxes for school or work.
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Caprese Toast
Ingredients
Vegan Ricotta
- 1 block of tofu
- ½ cup of cashews
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp of salt
- ½ tsp Italian seasonings
For the Toast
- 6 slices of Baguette
- 6 tbsp Vegan Pesto
- 10 Cherry Tomatoes
- Fresh Chopped Basil
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- First, make your vegan ricotta by blending all ingredients in a high-speed blender. Adjust salt and lemon to taste.
- Place the ricotta in a piping or Ziplock bag and cut off the corner.
- Toast your Baguette and spread it with vegan pesto. Pipe or spread the vegan ricotta over the toasted Baguette.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and balsamic glaze and enjoy!