Description
Springtime sings through this whipped ricotta dip, blending smooth cheese with delicate fresh herbs. Elegant yet simple, Mediterranean flavors dance across your palate, inviting friends to gather and savor each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
Serving Suggestion:
- Fresh vegetable sticks or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Blend ricotta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and honey in a medium mixing bowl until ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Activate hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed, whipping the mixture for 2-3 minutes until texture becomes exceptionally airy and smooth.
- Gently fold freshly chopped basil, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest into the whipped ricotta, ensuring herbs are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
- Delicately season the creamy mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and adjusting seasoning to personal preference.
- Transfer the herbed ricotta dip to a serving bowl, creating elegant swirls with the back of a spoon for visual appeal.
- Accompany the dip with an assortment of crisp vegetable sticks, artisanal crackers, or rustic toasted bread slices for guests to enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust the ricotta consistency by draining excess liquid through a cheesecloth for an ultra-smooth, creamy texture.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like dill, chives, or mint to create unique flavor profiles that match your meal or personal taste.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute ricotta with soft tofu or cashew cream, ensuring a similar light and spreadable consistency.
- Elevate the dip’s protein content by adding a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or incorporating finely chopped nuts for extra crunch and nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg