Lemon-Thyme Ricotta Dip
Author: Nicole
Ingredients
  • 1-15-ounce container part-skim ricotta
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or lemon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Serve with: fresh vegetables and pita chips
Instructions
  1. Combine ricotta, 2 tablespoons thyme, chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of olive oil, pepper and salt in a food processor, Vitamix or blender. Purée for a few seconds until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a serving bowl and swirl the top with the back of a spoon. Drizzle with remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil and sprinkle with thyme.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for an hour for flavors to blend. Can be prepared a day in advance.
Recipe by Riegl Palate at https://www.rieglpalate.com/lemon-thyme-ricotta-dip/