Mediterranean Whipped Ricotta Dip with Olives and Fresh Herbs
This Mediterranean Whipped Ricotta Dip is creamy, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Blended with olive oil, lemon zest, and garlic, then topped with olives and fresh herbs, it’s the perfect appetizer for four. Serve it with crackers or toasted bread for a light and tasty snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup mixed olives kalamata or green, pitted and halved
- 1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley chopped
- Crackers or toasted bread for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Whip with a hand mixer or spoon until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Top with olives and chopped herbs.
- Drizzle with a little more olive oil before serving.
- Serve with crackers, pita, or toasted baguette slices.