Description
Experience the delightful blend of flavors in this roasted carrots dish, perfectly complemented by creamy whipped ricotta and a touch of hot honey. Ideal for cozy dinners or festive occasions, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping side. The vibrant colors and contrasting textures make it a standout on any table, ensuring your guests will be asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into ½ inch sticks
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp honey (preferably hot honey)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
- While roasting, whip the ricotta cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the hot honey over the whipped ricotta and stir in red pepper flakes.
- Plate the roasted carrots with dollops of whipped ricotta on top and drizzle with extra honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg