Ricotta with Honey and Lemon: A Simple and Elegant Appetizer 🧀🍯🍋
If you’re looking for a dish that effortlessly combines creamy, savory, and sweet flavors, this Ricotta with Honey and Lemon recipe is exactly what you need. Perfect for a quick appetizer or a light snack, this dish takes only 10 minutes to prepare and delivers a burst of fresh flavors with each bite.
Ingredients:
- 16 oz whole milk ricotta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons honey (divided)
- Fresh cracked pepper
- Baguette or crackers for dipping
Instructions:
- Blend the Ricotta: Start by adding the ricotta, olive oil, salt, rosemary, and 2 tablespoons of honey to a food processor or blender. 🌿
- Add Lemon Zest and Juice: Before cutting your lemon, zest it. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the mixer. If you don’t have a lemon zester, you can simply add an extra teaspoon of lemon juice for more lemony flavor. 🍋
- Process the Mixture: Turn your food processor on high for about 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides and pulse for an additional 30 seconds until everything is smooth. 🔄
- Serve: Transfer the smooth ricotta mixture to your serving bowl. 🥣
- Top with Warm Honey: Just before serving, warm the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey in the microwave for a few seconds. Be sure to use a bowl large enough to prevent the honey from bubbling over. 🍯
- Garnish and Enjoy: Drizzle the warm honey over the ricotta, top with fresh cracked pepper and an extra sprinkle of lemon zest. Serve with a fresh baguette or crackers for dipping and enjoy! 🍞
Quick and Easy:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 180 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
This Ricotta with Honey and Lemon is a delightful dish that’s sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply indulging yourself, this recipe offers the perfect balance of flavors in a matter of minutes. Serve it with a crusty baguette or your favorite crackers, and let the simple ingredients shine. Enjoy the creamy richness of ricotta, the sweetness of honey, and the brightness of lemon in every bite!
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Ricotta with Honey and Lemon 🧀🍯🍋
- Total Time: 10min
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
16 oz whole milk ricotta
3 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried)
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 tablespoons honey (divided)
Fresh cracked pepper
Baguette or crackers for dipping
Instructions
1️⃣ Add the ricotta to a food processor or blender along with the olive oil, salt, rosemary, and 2 tablespoons of honey. 🌿
2️⃣ Zest your lemon before cutting it, then add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the mixer. If you don’t have a way to zest the lemon, you can just add an extra teaspoon of juice for extra lemony flavor. 🍋
3️⃣ Turn the food processor on high for about 30 seconds, scrape down the sides, and pulse for 30 more seconds. 🔄
4️⃣ Once everything is smooth, transfer it to your serving bowl. 🥣
5️⃣ When you’re ready to serve, take the extra 2 tablespoons of honey and warm it in the microwave for just a few seconds. Be careful not to use too small of a bowl because it tends to bubble over. 🍯
6️⃣ Pour the warm honey over the ricotta. Top with fresh cracked pepper and an extra sprinkle of lemon zest. Serve with baguette or crackers and enjoy! 🍞
- Prep Time: 10min
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 Kcal