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Creamy Ricotta Herb Spread – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Creamy Ricotta Herb Spread

This Creamy Ricotta Herb Spread captures all the luscious, savory goodness of classic Italian cheese fillings in a simple, no-cook spread. It's incredibly versatile, satisfying, and comes together in less than 10 minutes. Perfect for an easy appetizer, a light lunch, or your next
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 1 CUPS
Calories: 55
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (250g / 8.8 oz) ricotta cheese, preferably part-skim
  • ¼ cup (25g / 0.88 oz) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) milk
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) minced fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ cup minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • For the creamiest texture, use high-quality, fresh ricotta cheese. If your ricotta seems watery, strain it through a cheesecloth for 15-20 minutes before mixing.
  • To transform this spread into a vibrant dip, increase the milk to 3 tablespoons (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) and the parsley to ½ cup. Combine all in a blender and process until smooth for a beautiful, jade-colored dip.
  • For a little kick, stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other .

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, minced garlic, basil, and ¼ cup of the fresh parsley.
  2. Using a spoon or spatula, beat all the together by hand until the mixture is very smooth and creamy.
  3. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking and mix again.
  4. Scrape the spread into a serving bowl and garnish with a sprinkle of the remaining fresh parsley.
  5. For the best flavor, cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the herb and garlic flavors to meld beautifully into the cheese.
  6. Serve as a spread on toasted French bread, crackers, or as a delicious stuffing for raw bell pepper strips.
  7. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a pinch of lemon zest to brighten the flavors and add a lovely, subtle tang.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 3.5g

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