Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey is a stunning dish that beautifully balances sweet, creamy, and spicy flavors. The natural sweetness of roasted carrots pairs perfectly with fluffy whipped ricotta, while a drizzle of hot honey adds just the right amount of heat. This versatile recipe is perfect for gatherings or as a comforting side dish at family dinners. Simple yet impressive, it’s sure to be a hit at your next meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb baby carrots or halved regular carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup honey
- Pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
- Toss carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread in a single layer on a baking tray.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- In a blender, combine ricotta cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- Warm honey gently in a saucepan; stir in chili flakes and apple cider vinegar.
- Serve by spreading whipped ricotta on a plate, topping with roasted carrots, drizzling with hot honey, and garnishing with chopped pistachios and herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg