Description
Whipped Ricotta is a creamy and airy cheese spread made by blending whole milk ricotta with olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt until light and smooth. It’s perfect as an appetizer or snack, served with a drizzle of honey, fresh lemon zest, thyme leaves, and flakey sea salt, alongside grilled baguette or crostini for a delightful, fresh bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
For Serving
- Honey, for drizzling
- Lemon zest, freshly grated
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Flakey sea salt
- Grilled baguette or crostini
Instructions
- Prepare the Ricotta Mixture: In a food processor, combine the whole milk ricotta, 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon sea salt. Process the ingredients for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the mixture becomes light, smooth, and fluffy.
- Transfer and Garnish: Spoon the whipped ricotta into a serving dish. Drizzle extra olive oil and honey over the top, then sprinkle with freshly grated lemon zest, fresh thyme leaves, and flakey sea salt to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Offer the whipped ricotta alongside grilled baguette or crostini for spreading and dipping, creating a perfect appetizer or snack experience.
Notes
- You can use part-skim ricotta for a lighter version, but whole milk ricotta offers the best creaminess.
- Adjust the lemon juice and salt to taste to balance acidity and seasoning for your preference.
- Grilling the bread adds a smoky crunch that complements the smooth ricotta.
- Leftover whipped ricotta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Fresh herbs such as basil or chives can also be added as garnishes for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1.2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
