Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey Recipe
A deliciously simple side dish featuring tender roasted carrots topped with creamy whipped ricotta sweetened and spiced with hot honey. The perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and subtle heat makes this recipe a delightful accompaniment to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for roasting the carrots evenly.
- Prepare Carrots: Toss the peeled and cut carrot sticks with olive oil and salt, making sure they are evenly coated for optimal roasting and flavor.
- Roast Carrots: Spread the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until they become tender and caramelized, developing a rich sweetness and slight crisp.
- Whip Ricotta: In a bowl, whip the ricotta cheese until smooth and fluffy, which will create a light and creamy texture to complement the roasted carrots.
- Add Hot Honey Mixture: Stir honey and red pepper flakes into the whipped ricotta until fully incorporated, adding a perfect balance of sweetness and heat.
- Season: Season the whipped ricotta mixture with black pepper to taste, enhancing the flavors with a hint of spice.
- Serve: Plate the roasted carrots and top them with the whipped ricotta and hot honey mixture, drizzling any extra honey if desired for an added touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of honey according to your preferred sweetness level.
- Try incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for additional flavor layers.
Keywords: roasted carrots, whipped ricotta, hot honey, side dish
