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Whipped ricotta dip with lemon

Whipped Ricotta Dip with Lemon

This Whipped Ricotta Dip with Lemon is a quick, creamy, and elegant appetizer made with fresh ricotta cheese, olive oil, and bright lemon zest. Whipped until smooth and airy, it’s perfect for picnics, brunch, or entertaining. It's ready in minutes and endlessly versatile for pairing with bread, veggies, or charcuterie.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Appetizer
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups Whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2-3 tbsp Extra virgin oil plus more for drizzling
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1-2 tbsp Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Freshly ground pepper plus more for topping
  • 1-2 tbsp Grated parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Zester

Method
 

  1. Place the ricotta in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parmesan (if using).
  3. Using a whisk (or a sturdy spoon), whisk briskly for about 2–3 minutes until the ricotta becomes creamier and lighter.
    (You can also use a hand mixer on medium speed for a slightly fluffier texture.)
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning: add more lemon juice for brightness, more olive oil for silkiness, or extra salt to bring out flavor.
  5. Spoon into a bowl, swirl, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with fresh herbs, pepper, lemon zest, chili flakes, or honey. (I did pepper)