Description
Roasted carrots with whipped ricotta and hot honey create a stunning dish that perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors. Tender, caramelized carrots are topped with creamy ricotta and drizzled with hot honey, making this recipe an irresistible option for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings. Simple to prepare yet impressive in presentation, these roasted carrots will delight your guests and have them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tbsp hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the carrot pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized, turning halfway through.
- While the carrots roast, whip the ricotta cheese in a bowl until light and fluffy; season with a pinch of salt.
- Once the carrots are done, arrange them on a serving platter, dollop whipped ricotta on top, and drizzle with hot honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg