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Fresh Garden Harvest Board Recipe with Easy Herb-Infused Ricotta Dip

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A vibrant and fresh summer harvest board featuring crisp vegetables paired with a creamy, herb-infused ricotta dip. Perfect for quick snacks, entertaining, or light appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 small cucumber, sliced into rounds
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 1 small bunch radishes, trimmed and halved
  • 1 cup baby carrots or mini sweet peppers
  • A handful of fresh herbs (like dill or chives) for garnish
  • Optional: crusty bread or crackers for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Herb-Infused Ricotta Dip: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of whole milk ricotta with chopped basil, parsley, and lemon zest. Add the minced garlic if using. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and stir gently until evenly blended. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. If the ricotta feels too thick, add a teaspoon of water or olive oil to loosen it slightly.
  2. Prep the Vegetables: Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes and radishes. Trim the snap peas and peel and slice the cucumber into rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Cut the carrot into sticks. Arrange all vegetables on a large board or platter, grouping by color or type for presentation.
  3. Assemble the Board: Place the bowl of herb-infused ricotta dip in the center of the board. Scatter fresh herbs like dill or chives around the vegetables for garnish. Arrange bread or crackers on one side if using.
  4. Final Touches: Just before serving, drizzle a little extra olive oil over the vegetables for a subtle sheen and sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of the dip.

Notes

If ricotta is too thick, loosen with a teaspoon of water or olive oil. Prepare dip up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate. Slice vegetables just before serving to maintain crispness. Use kitchen scissors for quick herb chopping. Avoid over-salting the ricotta initially. Optional additions include toasted pine nuts on dip or seasonal vegetable swaps.

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Keywords: fresh garden harvest board, herb-infused ricotta dip, summer appetizer, vegetable platter, easy dip recipe, healthy snack, vegetarian, gluten-free

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