This fresh and tasty Lemon Ricotta Dip would go great with crusty bread, fresh vegetables or spread on a sandwich. A perfect dip for Spring using minimal ingredients and put together in 10 minutes.

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With Easter just around the corner, I’m thinking of fresh foods that can be made in advance to add to any kind of spread. Whether you are planning a Brunch, Lunch or Dinner, this dip would make a great addition. It’s fresh, light, easy to make and sure to be a crowd pleaser.

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Why You Will Love This Dip

• Difficulty – This dip is the easiest recipe! It doesn’t require any special equipment or cooking at all. It comes together quickly and uses just a handful of ingredients.
• Taste – I’d probably describe this dip as creamy yet fresh . The creamy texture comes from the smooth ricotta cheese. And the freshness from the fresh mint and lemon.
• Serving – This is the perfect dip for a vegetable platter and makes just more than a cup serving. It would probably serve between 6 – 8 people as a dip at a party.

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Ingredients

• Ricotta cheese – Ricotta cheese is the base for this dip. It’s a creamy, soft and subtle cheese. It can be purchased in the chiller section of most supermarkets.
• Cream – I added a small amount of cream to the dip to thin out the Ricotta cheese.
• Olive oil – This adds extra flavour and richness.
• Lemon juice and zest – I used fresh lemon juice and zest which really brings a fresh lemon taste to this dip.
• Garlic – I just added a little fresh minced garlic for an extra punch of flavour.
• Salt – This helps enhance the flavours of the dip.
• Mint – I bought a bunch of fresh mint and finely chopped about 2 tablespoons to the dip. Add a little more if you love the flavour.

NOTE, The full recipe and ingredient list can be found at the end of the post in the recipe card.

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Instructions

1. Make dip – In a medium sized bowl combine the ricotta cheese, cream, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic salt and fresh chopped mint. Whisk really well to combine.
2. Refrigerate – Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Serve – Remove from the fridge and give another quick stir. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with extra fresh mint, lemon zest and olive oil if desired. Serve with fresh vegetables and crackers.

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Recipe Tips

• Make in advance – This recipe is best made in advance. In fact, it does need to be chilled for about half an hour before serving. The chilling time allows the dip to firm up and set.
• Finely chop herbs – It’s best to chop the fresh mint as small as you can. You are looking to completely spread them through the dip without having having any large pieces. This will not only give an overall better flavour, but a better texture as well.

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Substitutions

• Ricotta Cheese – Although this recipe uses Ricotta cheese, you could opt for using Mascarpone cheese, Cottage cheese or even cream cheese.
• Fresh mint – If you find fresh mint too strong, feel free to use on of your favourite fresh herbs like fresh basil.
• Use as a spread or dip – If you don’t fancy using this as a dip, feel free to use it as a spread for sandwiches or on Lemon Ricotta Bruschetta.

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Serving and Storage

• Serving – This Lemon Ricotta Dip is great served with a fresh vegetable platter. You could also serve it with crackers, toasted pita bread wedges, as part of an Easy Charcuterie Board. here’s a few more serving ideas:
  • Everything Bagel Baked Chicken Tenders
  • Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings
  • Mint & Lemon Chicken Kebabs
  • Paprika Spiced Potato Wedges
  • Oven Baked Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
• Storage – This Lemon Ricotta Dip can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the fridge in an airtight container.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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