Asparagus with Lemon Ricotta

This asparagus has very delicate flavors--the earthy but slightly grassy taste of the asparagus complements the creamy, lemony taste of the ricotta beautifully.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 153 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 pinch sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 2 ½ tablespoons lemon zest
• 1 ¼ pounds fresh thin asparagus, trimmed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove asparagus immediately and place in a bowl of ice water so it remains a bright green color. Drain in a colander and place in a large bowl with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with sea salt and pepper; toss until well combined.

Step 2

Combine ricotta, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, and remaining pinch of sea salt in a bowl; mix until well combined.

Step 3

Arrange asparagus on one side of a serving platter and smear ricotta on the other side. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest.