Description
A creamy, delightful dip made with ricotta, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic, perfect for pairing with veggies or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or thyme)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Ensure everything is fresh and at room temperature for the best whip.
- Blend it up: In a food processor or large bowl, combine your ricotta, chopped herbs, and minced garlic.
- Add olive oil: Drizzle in some extra virgin olive oil while blending until smooth and creamy.
- Season it: Taste the mixture and adjust with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Chill: If you have time, let it sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Place it in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with extra herbs. Pair with veggies or bread.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don’t overblend; aim for a light, airy dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: whipped ricotta, easy dip, vegetarian appetizer, creamy dip