Description
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey is a vibrant dish that beautifully combines the sweetness of caramelized carrots with the creamy texture of whipped ricotta. Finished with a drizzle of spicy hot honey, this recipe offers a delightful balance of flavor and texture, making it perfect for dinners or special occasions. Not only is it easy to prepare, but its stunning presentation will captivate your guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh medium-sized carrots
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp artisanal hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash, peel, and cut carrots into uniform pieces (about 2 inches long). Toss in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread carrots evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- While roasting, combine ricotta cheese and lemon zest in a mixing bowl. Whip until smooth and creamy (about 5 minutes).
- Serve roasted carrots atop dollops of whipped ricotta, drizzled generously with hot honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg