Description
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that combines caramelized roasted carrots with creamy whipped ricotta and a drizzle of spicy hot honey. It’s an easy yet elegant recipe that balances savory, sweet, and spicy flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
- 1 lb whole carrots, peeled or scrubbed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or a few dashes of hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs if using. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, whip the ricotta in a food processor or with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy. Mix in lemon zest and a pinch of salt.
- Warm the honey slightly and stir in red pepper flakes or hot sauce to create hot honey.
- Spread the whipped ricotta on a serving plate. Arrange roasted carrots on top.
- Drizzle with hot honey and garnish with additional lemon zest or herbs if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use rainbow carrots for added color and visual appeal.
- Infuse hot honey longer or use extra red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Whipped feta or goat cheese can substitute ricotta for a sharper flavor.
- Roast carrots and whip ricotta ahead of time; assemble before serving.
- Store components separately for best freshness and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
