whipped ricotta dip
This light and creamy whipped ricotta dip is perfect for serving with fresh vegetables, crackers, or crusty bread, offering a rich and flavorful Italian-inspired snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, thyme, or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Place the ricotta cheese in a food processor or blender.
- Add the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then pulse briefly to combine.
- Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately with fresh vegetables, crackers, or crusty bread.
Notes
For extra flavor, try mixing in roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes before blending.
Find it online: https://kierasrecipes.com/whipped-ricotta-dip/