Description
Elevate your next gathering with this irresistible Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey. This creamy, flavorful dip perfectly balances heat and sweetness, making it an ideal appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
- Grated zest from half a lemon
- Juice from half a lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Dash of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup runny honey
- 1 teaspoon spicy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
- 1 to 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients accurately.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Add olive oil, honey, spicy sauce, and crushed chili flakes; mix thoroughly.
- Fold in chopped rosemary and walnuts for added texture.
- Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle extra honey on top if desired. Serve with vegetables, crackers, or toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg