Description
A deliciously creamy and spicy dip perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons hot honey (or regular honey with a pinch of cayenne pepper)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (such as basil or parsley)
- Dippers: fresh vegetables, toasted bread, or tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the ricotta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix Well: Using a fork or a whisk, blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Chill (Optional): For enhanced flavor, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle with Hot Honey: Generously drizzle the hot honey over the top of the dip.
- Garnish: Add fresh herbs on top for added color and flavor.
- Prepare Dippers: Arrange your choice of dippers around the dip for an attractive presentation.
Notes
- This dip can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to adjust the level of spice by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg