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Creamy Whipped Ricotta Recipe
Whipped ricotta is creamy, light and ready in 10 minutes. Topped with herbs, olives and nuts, you can serve it as a dip or spread with some fresh bread.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 142 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Italian
Ingredients
- 8 oz whole milk ricotta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Topping:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup black and green olives chopped
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tbsp walnuts
- 1 tbsp parsley
Instructions
- Place the ricotta in a bowl of a food processor and add the olive oil, salt, pepper and oregano.
- Secure the lid and whip the ricotta for about 2 minutes until creamy and smooth.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or plate and top with olive oil, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, walnuts and parsley. Serve with toasted baguette or crackers.
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Notes
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Give it a good stir and top with olive oil for a fresh look.
- Make sure to use whole milk ricotta for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Calories
142kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
19mg
(6%)
Sodium
251mg
(10%)
Potassium
214mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
298IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
93mg
(9%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 142
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 142kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 251mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 298IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.