Lemon Zest Ricotta Creme

Ricotta Cream, great during summer. Ice-cold from the fridge and best while sitting at the beach, looking at the ocean!

Minutes to Prepare

Minutes to Cook

20 (rest in the fridge)

Number of Servings

Ingredients

1 cup (240 grams) part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon (2.34 grams) grated lemon zest
1 squeeze of lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon (2.34 grams) vanilla extract
2 packages sugar substitute
Berries for decoration (optional)

Directions

Before dinner mix all together in a individual bowls. Put in refrigerator. Serve after dinner.

Health Benefits of Ricotta Cheese

Ricotta cheese is a commonly-available cheese used as a filling for lasagna and stuffed shells, as well as a pizza topping, and even as a filling for Italian desserts such as cannoli. It is made from whey — a cheese by-product from cheeses like mozzarella and provolone. You can also make ricotta cheese at home by separating the whey from whole milk. This type of cheese is a mixed bag as far as its healthfulness goes. It has much nutritional value from the vitamins and minerals it contains.