Spicy Ricotta Dip: An Indulgent Twist on a Classic Snack
A creamy and flavorful dip that adds a spicy kick to your snack time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic, and lemon juice.
- Mix until well blended and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with additional olive oil, if desired.
- Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, or bread.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spiciness.
- This dip can be made a day in advance for flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Spicy Ricotta Dip, snack, appetizer, spicy dip