Low Fat Whipped Ricotta
Creamy, delicious, and refreshingly light, this Low Fat Whipped Ricotta recipe is the perfect guilt-free addition to any meal or snack. Crafted with low-fat ricotta and non-fat Greek yogurt, this quick and easy dish requires just 5 minutes of prep and delivers a surprisingly smooth and velvety texture. The bright acidity of fresh lemon juice and zest combines beautifully with a hint of extra virgin olive oil, while salt and black pepper enhance its savory notes. Garnished with fragrant thyme leaves, this versatile whipped ricotta can be served as a dip for crunchy veggies, a spread for toast, or a topping for roasted vegetables or pasta. Healthy and packed with flavor, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking lighter yet satisfying options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Low-fat ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a food processor or a high-speed blender, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, non-fat Greek yogurt, and extra virgin olive oil.
Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is evenly combined.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend again for a few seconds to incorporate the flavorings.
Taste the whipped ricotta and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired.
Serve immediately as a dip with vegetables or crackers, as a spread for toast, or as a light sauce for roasted vegetables or pasta. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 806 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 700 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
