Description
These Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey are a simple yet elegant side dish featuring caramelized carrots, creamy ricotta, and a spicy-sweet honey drizzle. A perfect blend of textures and flavors, it’s ideal for dinner parties or a flavorful weeknight treat.
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots (preferably rainbow), trimmed and peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for ricotta)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once, until tender and golden with crisp edges.
- While roasting, blend ricotta with lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt until smooth and fluffy.
- In a small saucepan, gently heat honey and stir in red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Spread whipped ricotta on a serving plate. Layer roasted carrots on top and drizzle with hot honey.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add roasted pistachios or walnuts for crunch.
- Swirl in goat cheese for a tangier ricotta base.
- Use cinnamon or cumin for an autumnal twist.
- Substitute whipped feta for ricotta if desired.
- Store components separately and assemble just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
