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Asparagus and Ricotta Flatbread

A delightful and elegant dish featuring crisp flatbread topped with creamy ricotta, vibrant asparagus, and a hint of lemon zest, perfect for weeknight dinners or brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the flatbread
  • 1 large store-bought flatbread (about 8 oz)
For the toppings
  • 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp zest of 1 lemon
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the asparagus thoroughly, remove the tough ends, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  4. Spread the ricotta mixture over the prepared flatbread.
  5. Scatter the chopped asparagus pieces evenly over the ricotta layer.
  6. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the toppings.
  7. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Experiment with different herbs such as fresh basil or thyme, and consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan for extra flavor. This recipe can be customized based on your tastes.