Description
Discover the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey. This easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for any gathering, combining creamy ricotta, zesty lemon, and a delightful kick of heat from spicy sauce. Topped with sweet honey and crunchy walnuts, it delivers a burst of flavor that will keep your guests coming back for more. In just 10 minutes, you can prepare this versatile dip, making it an ideal choice for parties, game nights, or casual snacking. Serve it alongside fresh veggies or toasted bread for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
- Zest and juice of half a lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 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 all ingredients and measure them out.
- In a food processor, blend the ricotta cheese, lemon juice and zest, salt, olive oil, and spicy sauce until smooth.
- Stir in crushed chili flakes to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle honey on top. Garnish with walnuts and rosemary before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg