Name: Mediterranean Ricotta and Pita Board: 10-Minute Delicious Favorite
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 250 g ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml); 1 teaspoon lemon zest (2 g); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml); 1 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g); ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, 1 g); 2–3 warm pita breads, cut into wedges; 100 g cherry tomatoes, halved; 50 g cucumber, sliced; 40 g Kalamata olives; Fresh basil or mint leaves, for garnish; Salt and pepper, to taste

Description

Mediterranean Ricotta and Pita Board is the ultimate 10-minute appetizer. Creamy ricotta whipped with olive oil, lemon, and oregano, served with warm pita wedges, crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and briny olives. It’s light, fresh, and shareable—perfect for gatherings, brunches, or a quick snack that feels anything but boring.

Ingredients

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250 g ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
1 teaspoon lemon zest (2 g)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)
½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, 1 g)
2–3 warm pita breads, cut into wedges
100 g cherry tomatoes, halved
50 g cucumber, sliced
40 g Kalamata olives
Fresh basil or mint leaves, for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix ricotta with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, and chili flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
Spread the seasoned ricotta into a shallow serving dish or bowl.
Warm pita bread, cut into wedges, and arrange around the ricotta.
Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and olives to the board.