Description

Experience the delightful balance of flavors with Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey. This dish features tender, caramelized carrots paired with a rich, creamy whipped ricotta and elevated by a sweet and spicy honey drizzle. Perfect for any occasion, it serves as a stunning appetizer, side dish, or light main course. With vibrant colors and an explosion of flavor, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb baby carrots or halved regular carrots
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Pinch of salt
Pinch of pepper
½ cup honey
½ teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or chives, minced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the carrots in olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking tray in a single layer.
Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender, flipping halfway through.
In a blender, combine ricotta cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth. Chill until serving.
For hot honey, warm honey in a saucepan on low heat; stir in chili flakes and apple cider vinegar. Let steep for about 12 minutes.
To assemble, spread whipped ricotta on a plate, layer roasted carrots on top, drizzle with hot honey, and garnish with pistachios.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1/4 of the dish (150g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Substitute different vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes for variety. Adjust the heat level in the hot honey by varying the amount of chili flakes.