Ingredients
– 1 pre-made tart shell (9-inch)
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– ½ cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt, to taste
– Pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional)
– Additional lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
Creating the Whipped Ricotta & Asparagus Tart with Lemon-Zest Dust is easy when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Asparagus: In a bowl, toss the asparagus pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes, or until tender.
3. Make the Ricotta Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
4. Fill Tart Shell: Spread the whipped ricotta mixture evenly over the pre-made tart shell.
5. Add Asparagus: Once the asparagus is roasted, arrange it neatly over the ricotta filling.
6. Bake the Tart: Place the tart in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tart is heated through and slightly golden on top.
7. Cool and Serve: Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes. Garnish with additional lemon zest and fresh chives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 10g