CREAMY ZUCCHINI AND RICOTTA SPREAD

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Serve this Mediterranean-inspired dip at your next get-together. Just as creamy as hummus but with a touch of creamy ricotta and bright lemon zest, it's sure to be a hit.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium zucchini, grated on the large holes of a box grater
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup ricotta
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a medium nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add zucchini, garlic, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is tender and golden brown in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and let cool to room temperature (or refrigerate, up to overnight; bring to room temperature before continuing). Add ricotta, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g

Abdullah songs Sawad
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This spread is a great addition to any party platter.


Mia Fletcher
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Mohammad Sami
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This spread is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your diet.


Za'Maria Hsigler
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I'm not a fan of ricotta cheese, but I really enjoyed this spread. The zucchini and herbs really balance out the flavor of the ricotta.


Tariq Jamil
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing.


Jerry Rackley
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I love the combination of zucchini and ricotta in this spread. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Asanfo Asanfo
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This spread is so versatile. I've used it as a dip, a sandwich spread, and even a pizza topping.


Iza Iza
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This spread is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's also a great make-ahead appetizer.


Hafigur Rahman
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I love serving this spread with crackers or crostini. It's also great on sandwiches and wraps.


Melodie Feltner
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This spread is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Linda Constable-Smith
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but this spread is delicious. The ricotta cheese and herbs really balance out the flavor of the zucchini.


Biruk Tedi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy snack. It's also a healthy alternative to other spreads.


Malik Fadi
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I added a bit of chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the spread and it gave it a nice extra flavor.


M E G O
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This spread is so creamy and smooth. It's the perfect finger food for a party.


Alex Carlos
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful spread.


balluck roopesh
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This is a delicious and versatile spread. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, as a sandwich spread, and even as a pizza topping.


Nkeiru Ezekwem
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I've made this spread several times and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


S.A.M.
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This is a great way to use up zucchini from the garden. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


Anishma Ashika
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I made this spread for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's so creamy and flavorful.


MD Leton
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This creamy zucchini and ricotta spread is a delightful appetizer or snack. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I love the combination of zucchini, ricotta, and herbs.