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Roasted Veg & Almond Crunch Recipe

Roasted Veg & Almond Crunch Recipe


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Mediterranean Herb Board features fluffy Ricotta Clouds, roasted Mediterranean vegetables, and a crunchy almond topping, perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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Ricotta Clouds

  • 1 1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Almond Crunch

  • 1/2 cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

For Serving

  • Warm pita bread or flatbread
  • Cucumber slices
  • Olives
  • Extra herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roast the Vegetables: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
  2. Prepare Almond Crunch: Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add chopped almonds, salt, and chili flakes. Toast, stirring often, until golden and fragrant (3–4 minutes). Remove and let cool.
  3. Make Ricotta Clouds: In a bowl, whip ricotta with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper until light and fluffy. Spoon into soft “clouds.”
  4. Assemble the Board: Spread ricotta clouds onto a serving board. Arrange roasted vegetables around the ricotta. Sprinkle almond crunch generously over everything.
  5. Finish & Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Serve with warm pita, cucumbers, and olives.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Main Course
  • Method: Roasting, Toasting, Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 26 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg