Description
Ricotta & Parsley is a simple, fresh, and creamy spread or filling combining smooth ricotta cheese with bright, chopped parsley. Perfect as a versatile ingredient for sandwiches, pasta, or as a dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese and chopped parsley.
- Add minced garlic and lemon juice if using, then mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Use whole-milk ricotta for creamier texture.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness.
- Great as a spread on toast, in pasta, or as a dip for vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: ricotta parsley spread, ricotta dip, creamy herb spread, simple ricotta recipe