Description
Delight your taste buds with these Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey. This vibrant and flavorful dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted carrots with creamy whipped ricotta, zesty lemon, and a touch of spicy honey for a perfect side dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Carrots:
- 1 1/2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut lengthwise)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Whipped Ricotta:
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons hot honey (plus more for drizzling)
- Chopped fresh parsley or thyme (for garnish, optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Prepare carrots: Toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet.
- Roast carrots: Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized, flipping halfway through.
- Make whipped ricotta: Whip ricotta with lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Assemble: Spread whipped ricotta on a platter, top with roasted carrots, drizzle with hot honey, and garnish with herbs and red pepper flakes.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can make the whipped ricotta ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
- Use rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
