Not all dips are made equal! Some are warm and gooey, some are thick and rich, some are sweet. And some, like this lemon herb whipped ricotta dip, are perfectly light, flavorful, and simple.
Perfect for a hot summer day, this dip is surprisingly full of flavor.
Whipped Ricotta
Whipped ricotta dip is so simple and requires zero elbow grease! Simply add ricotta and goat cheese (or cream cheese- you want a little tang) to a food processor and or stand mixer with a whisk attachment and blend until light and fluffy.
You want the ricotta to lose that grainy texture and become velvety and fluffy. And don’t worry if it seems a little runny when you’re done pulsing it all together. Just pop it in the fridge for 10 minutes and it will firm up to the perfect consistency.
Dip Flavors
You can flavor whipped ricotta with any flavor profile you’d like. Honey would add a great sweetness to the ricotta that would pair great with fruit. Maple and bacon would make a perfect sweet and salty combo. Cilantro, lime, and jalapeno would be a great tex mex twist!
But today we are keeping it light and bright with lemon and herbs. Just 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and the juice of half a lemon wakes this dip right up! And I say herbs generically because it is open to interpretation! I used fresh dill, parsley, and rosemary because they add such an earthy yet refreshing note to the dip, but chives, thyme, or oregano would be great as well!
Dried herbs are perfectly acceptable too! Just remember, their flavor is much more concentrated, so use just 1 teaspoon for every tablespoon of fresh herbs in a recipe.
Serving Suggestions
While this dip is utterly delicious, eating it straight from a bowl with a spoon is not suggested. Because it is packed with subtle but bold flavorings, this dip goes well with simple foods.
- Grilled Zucchini
- Grilled Squash
- Asparagus
- Baby Carrots
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Radishes
- Endive
- Toasted/Grilled Bread
- On a flatbread or pizza!
This is the perfect summertime snack. Beat the heat with a cool, light, and refreshing dip (or spread). Just 2 minutes of prep, and you have yourself a delicious snack, perfect for entertaining, or just lounging by the pool.
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Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup parsley Sub. 4 tsp dried parsley
- 2 tbsp fresh dill Sub. 2 tsp dried dill
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary Sub. 1 tsp dried rosemary
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil plus more for drizzling on top
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the ricotta and goat cheese for about 30 seconds, until fluffy and smooth.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and pulse a few more times until thoroughly combined and the herbs are chopped.
- Pour in a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil. Serve immediately with vegetables (grilled and/or fresh) and toasted baguette slices.
- If not serving immediately, cover tightly with plastic wrap until ready to serve.
