Avocado Toast With Ricotta, Olive Oil, Lemon Zest, and Basil Recipe

Ingredients (8)

• 1 slice country or sourdough bread, approximately 1/2 inch thick
• Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 medium pitted and peeled Hass avocado
• Freshly squeezed lemon juice to taste, from 1/2 lemon
• 4 to 5 tablespoons high-quality ricotta (see note)
• Thinly sliced basil leaves, for garnish
• Lemon zest, for garnish
• Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper