Description
A delightful blend of creamy textures and vibrant flavors, perfect for gatherings or a simple snack at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or thyme), for garnish
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the ricotta cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
Use high-quality ricotta for the best flavor. Experiment with different herbs or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for some heat.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg