Triple Herb Fresh Cheese Dip

Mint, basil and cilantro have widespread use in Southeast Asian cooking; each has its own characteristic savor, and sometimes they are combined to result in a triple fresh-herb sensation. Their zing comes through clear and strong when you combine them with ricotta and a little tangy yogurt. It’s not an authentic Southeast Asian preparation by any means, but it’s really, really good. Made with a fresh-style organic cheese like ricotta or lowfat cottage cheese, plus a little live-culture yogurt, it’s also really, really healthy.

Serve the dip with a multicolored platter of organic veggies from the farmers’ market or CSA box—raw peas, asparagus, baby turnips, carrots, green onions, etc.