Description
Artichokes on Whipped Ricotta with Herb Gremolata is a vibrant appetizer that delights with creamy ricotta, tender artichokes, and a zesty herb topping, perfect for impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh artichokes
- 1 cup high-quality ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the artichokes by trimming tough outer leaves and slicing in half lengthwise.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 1 tbsp olive oil, and lemon juice; blend until smooth.
- Mix parsley, lemon zest, garlic, and remaining olive oil in a small bowl to create gremolata.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a splash of olive oil. Sauté halved artichokes cut-side down until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Spread whipped ricotta on a platter or individual plates and top with sautéed artichokes and gremolata before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg