Description
This creamy dip made with fresh ricotta is perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in. Serve with your favorite crackers or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter.
- In a food processor, blend the ricotta, olive oil, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth and airy (about 30 seconds).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with more olive oil.
- Optional: Add toppings like crushed red pepper flakes or chopped olives.
Notes
- This dip pairs well with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables.
- Feel free to customize the herbs based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg