Description
Luxurious seasoned whipped ricotta with honey brings Italian countryside elegance to your table. Creamy cheese drizzled with golden sweetness creates a perfect appetizer that transports palates to Mediterranean bliss you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as thyme, basil, or parsley), finely chopped
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Optional toppings: crushed pistachios, flaky sea salt, or chili flakes
- Crackers, toasted bread, or fruit for serving
Instructions
- Transform ricotta into a velvety texture by blending with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper using a hand mixer or food processor for approximately 12 minutes until smooth and airy.
- Gently fold chopped fresh herbs throughout the whipped mixture, ensuring even distribution and delicate herb integration.
- Transfer the ethereal ricotta onto a rustic serving plate, creating elegant swirls and peaks with the back of a spoon.
- Enhance the presentation by drizzling golden honey across the surface, allowing it to cascade naturally over the creamy landscape.
- Elevate the visual and flavor profile by sprinkling crushed pistachios, delicate chili flakes, and a pinch of flaky sea salt as artistic garnishes.
- Complement the whipped ricotta with an array of accompaniments such as crisp crackers, toasted baguette slices, or seasonal fruits like ripe figs, crisp apples, and juicy pears.
- Serve immediately to preserve the luxurious texture and temperature, inviting guests to indulge in this sophisticated appetizer.
Notes
- Whip ricotta thoroughly to achieve an ultra-smooth, light texture that transforms the traditional dense cheese into a creamy spread.
- Consider using a food processor for faster and more consistent whipping, ensuring no lumps remain in the mixture.
- Experiment with herb variations like basil, thyme, or dill to customize the flavor profile and match different seasonal ingredients.
- For dietary modifications, swap honey with maple syrup for vegan options or use dairy-free ricotta alternatives to accommodate plant-based diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg