Smashed Peas Ricotta Cheese
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, Smashed Peas Ricotta Cheese is the ultimate quick and elegant appetizer. Featuring tender peas gently mashed with garlic, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil, this dish is both creamy and vibrant, with an optional hint of fresh mint for an aromatic twist. Topped over a luscious layer of ricotta cheese and served on crusty bread or crackers, it’s a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and earthy flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated recipe makes an ideal snack, party appetizer, or light side dish. Whether you're hosting or treating yourself, this dish is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients and effortless style. Keywords: smashed peas, ricotta cheese, quick appetizer, fresh peas recipe, elegant snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 8 slices crusty bread or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
If using fresh peas, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. If using frozen peas, thaw them and pat dry with a paper towel.
In a medium bowl, add the peas, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Using the back of a fork or a potato masher, gently smash the peas until they are partially mashed but still retain some texture.
Stir in chopped fresh mint leaves if desired, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese on slices of crusty bread or crackers.
Spoon the smashed peas mixture over the ricotta layer. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil if desired for extra richness.
Serve immediately as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 328 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.
