Ricotta Toast with Yellow Tomatoes and Chives

How my symptoms showed up

• POTS: sluggish circulation without dizziness - that heavy, slow feeling where standing feels possible but effortful

• Migraine: cognitive fuzz and eye strain rather than pain, usually a sign I need gentle fuel soon

• Lupus: mild hand stiffness and low-grade fatigue, not a flare, just reduced tolerance for effort

Disorder safety check

Condition	Verdict	Notes
POTS	Helpful	Salt + carbs supported sluggish circulation
Lupus	Safe	Soft textures, low inflammatory load
Vestibular migraine	Safe	Mild flavors, no sensory triggers

Ingredients (1 serving)

• 1 slice good bread

• Whole-milk ricotta

• Yellow and orange cherry tomatoes, sliced

• Olive oil

• Salt and black pepper

• Fresh chives

How I made it

1. Toast the bread

   Toast until the surface is crisp but the center still has give. This matters for texture.

2. Season the ricotta

   Spoon ricotta into a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Stir until smooth and lightly glossy.

3. Prep the tomatoes

   Slice tomatoes and season lightly with salt. Let sit 1–2 minutes so they release a bit of juice.

4. Assemble

   Spread ricotta generously over the toast. Layer tomatoes evenly on top.

5. Finish

   Drizzle olive oil lightly over the tomatoes. Add black pepper and finely chopped chives.