Whipped Ricotta Dip
This whipped ricotta dip is an easy appetizer to make for any party or gathering. It requires just a few simple ingredients and can be whipped up in no time at all. Top the creamy ricotta with olive oil, honey, and a sprinkle of freshly chopped herbs. Serve it with crunchy garlic toast or crackers, and you’ll have a crowd-pleasing appetizer that everyone will love.
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh whole milk ricotta
- 3 to 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- pinch of salt
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or chopped pistachio nuts
- 2 tablespoons chopped herbs thyme, parsley, mint, or rosemary
- lemon zest
Instructions
- Place the ricotta and salt in a mixing bowl. Whip on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes until light and airy. Alternatively, you can process the ricotta in a food processor fitted with a blade attachment.
- Spoon the whipped ricotta into a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, honey, sunflower seeds, and lemon zest.
- Serve with fresh veggies, toast, crackers, or pita chips.
Notes
- Make sure you use whole milk ricotta. Reduced fat ricotta will not whip as well.
- An electric mixer will add more air and volume to the whipped ricotta than a food processor. However, the food processor will make the ricotta a bit smoother.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 118mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g
