Whipped Ricotta with Honey & Sea Salt
Five minutes. One bowl. A spoon. That’s the entire ask. Whipped ricotta with a drizzle of honey and a pinch of salt sounds fancy but requires almost nothing. High protein, soft, a little sweet, a little savory. Eat it straight or use it as a dip. Either way, it counts.
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Ingredients
Ingredient notes:
- Ricotta - Part-skim is the first choice for early GLP-1 phase - lower fat, same protein. Whole milk ricotta gives a richer, creamier result and is a good choice on days when fat tolerance is better. Avoid reduced-fat or fat-free - the texture suffers and so does the flavor.
- Raw honey - Start with 1 tsp across the full batch and taste before adding more. It should be present but not dominant.
- Sea salt - Non-negotiable. Salt is what makes the honey sing. Without it this is flat.
- Lemon zest - Optional on paper, essential in practice. A small amount of fresh zest lifts the entire bowl. Skip if citrus feels off on a rough day.
Recipe Instructions
- Whip the ricotta - Add ricotta to a food processor or a medium bowl. Process for 1–2 minutes until the texture transforms from slightly grainy to completely smooth and airy. If using a hand mixer, beat on medium-high for the same time. This step is what makes it whipped ricotta and not just ricotta on a spoon - don’t skip it.
- Season - Add honey, sea salt, and lemon zest if using. Pulse or stir to combine. Add fresh thyme if using.
- Taste and adjust - Taste it. A little more salt sharpens it. A little more honey softens it. A little more lemon zest brightens it. Adjust before serving.
- Serve - Spoon into a small bowl. A light drizzle of honey and a flake of sea salt on top finishes it. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days - it holds beautifully.
Recipe notes:
For you Eat straight from a small bowl with a spoon, or use cucumber rounds or soft rice crackers as a light vehicle.
For the family Spread on toasted crostini, serve alongside sliced apples or pears, or use as a base for a quick bruschetta with cherry tomatoes. Same whipped ricotta, completely different plate.
Nutrition Per Serving
Serving Size: ⅓ cup (~85g)
| Part-skim ricotta | Whole milk ricotta | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | 135 |
| Protein | 8g | 8g |
| Total Fat | 7g | 9g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6g | 6g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 5g | 5g |
| Sodium | 135mg | 120mg |
Lemon zest and thyme add negligible macros. Values will vary by brand of ricotta. Nutritional information is estimated and provided for general guidance.