Whipped Ricotta Dip - Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole milk ricotta
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon honey
• 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, thyme, oregano, or chives), plus an additional sprig or two for garnish
• 1 small clove garlic, peeled and minced
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea), or more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper