
Whipped Ricotta with Dates
This whipped ricotta recipe features a creamy texture paired with sautéed dates, fresh basil, and pistachio-infused olive oil. It's a sweet and salty dish with a zesty lemon kick that melts in your mouth, perfect for entertaining or a simple snack.
What you need

lemon juice
lemon zest
tbsp honey

cup basil

salt
cup ricotta
tbsp fresh basil
Instructions
1: Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the dates. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are caramelized. 2: In another bowl, mix the remaining olive oil, honey, basil, pistachios, and salt. 3: In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt using a hand mixer or a whisk. 4: Spread the ricotta onto a plate, creating a divot in the middle. Add the oil mixture to the center and drizzle the top. 5: Add the caramelized dates, extra basil, lemon zest, and salt on top.View original recipe