Description
This Ricotta with Crushed Olives, Almonds, and Lemon is a simple yet flavorful appetizer or spread, combining the creamy richness of ricotta with the briny olives, crunch of almonds, and the refreshing zing of lemon. A delightful, Mediterranean-inspired dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and crushed
- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or basil) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, crushed green olives, chopped almonds, and lemon zest.
- Add Lemon and Olive Oil: Add the fresh lemon juice and olive oil to the ricotta mixture, and stir until everything is well combined.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or plate. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve this dish as a dip with crackers, sliced vegetables, or toasted bread, or spread it on crostini for a simple, yet delicious appetizer!
Notes
- You can use black olives or a mix of green and black olives for different flavor profiles.
- For an added touch, drizzle a little extra olive oil on top before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a light white wine or sparkling water.
- The ricotta mixture can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg