Description
This whipped ricotta is a creamy, tangy, and elegant dip that comes together in minutes. Topped with honey, herbs, and lemon zest, it’s a versatile appetizer perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Honey, for serving
- Lemon zest, for garnish
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
- Grilled baguette or crostini, for serving
Instructions
- Add ricotta, olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt to a food processor.
- Process for 1–2 minutes until smooth, creamy, and aerated.
- Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and honey.
- Top with lemon zest, thyme, and flaky sea salt.
- Serve with grilled baguette slices or crostini.
Notes
- Add roasted garlic or chopped herbs for extra flavor.
- Swirl in pesto or roasted cherry tomatoes for variation.
- Add red pepper flakes for heat or cinnamon and honey for sweetness.
- Drain ricotta before blending if you want a thicker dip.
- Best served chilled or at room temperature—no reheating needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (without bread)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
