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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey Recipe

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  • Author: Beverly
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 0h 30m
  • Total Time: 0h 45m
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta & Hot Honey recipe offers a delicious and elegant way to enjoy carrots. Roasted to perfection, these tender and caramelized carrots are paired with creamy whipped ricotta and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey, finished with fresh lemon juice and herbs for a burst of flavor. It’s a perfect side dish that balances sweetness, heat, and freshness.

Ingredients

Scale

Carrots

  • 1 pound of carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Whipped Ricotta

  • 1 cup of ricotta cheese

Hot Honey

  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes

Finishing Touches

  • 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or dill)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the carrots.
  2. Prepare Carrots: Place the peeled and cut carrots in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then toss to evenly coat all pieces.
  3. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the prepared carrots out in a single layer on a baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
  4. Roast Carrots: Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and caramelized.
  5. Whip Ricotta: While the carrots are roasting, transfer the ricotta cheese to a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
  6. Set Whipped Ricotta Aside: Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving bowl and set aside for plating.
  7. Make Hot Honey: Gently warm the honey in a small saucepan or microwave, then stir in the red pepper flakes to infuse the honey with heat.
  8. Finish Roasted Carrots: Remove the roasted carrots from the oven and drizzle them with fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
  9. Plate Ricotta: Spoon the whipped ricotta onto a serving platter and create a small well or indent in the center.
  10. Arrange Carrots on Ricotta: Place the roasted carrots on top of the whipped ricotta, arranging them evenly.
  11. Drizzle Hot Honey: Drizzle the prepared hot honey generously over the carrots and ricotta for a sweet and spicy finish.
  12. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with the chopped fresh herbs and serve immediately, enjoying the contrast of flavors and textures.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the hot honey to control the spiciness level.
  • Use fresh herbs to add brightness – parsley, chives, or dill work beautifully.
  • For a smoother ricotta, strain it overnight to remove excess whey before whipping if desired.
  • Serve as a side dish with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as part of a vegetarian spread.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat carrots gently before serving.

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