Description
A creamy and flavorful dip made with fresh ricotta cheese, perfect for entertaining.
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 fresh vegetables or crusty bread.
- Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg