Add the ricotta to a medium bowl and squeeze the juice from 1/2 a lemon
Whisk the ricotta by hand (or use a mixer) for a minute or so or until the ricotta is smooth and spreadable (it is really to your liking)
In a small skillet, pour maple syrup and add walnuts and cook over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring occasionally (make sure walnuts are coated in the syrup) then remove from pan and set aside once done
Grease a pan with a little butter or oil and add slices of bread to crisp for a few minutes on each side
Once bread is ready, smear some jam on top followed by the ricotta, candied walnuts and za’atar seasoning