Description
A delightful dish of roasted carrots paired with creamy whipped ricotta and drizzled with hot honey, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Ingredients
- Medium-sized carrots
- Whipped ricotta (fresh or store-bought)
- Hot honey (or regular honey)
- Fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, or chives)
- Olive oil (extra virgin)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots, slicing them into uniform pieces.
- Toss the carrots in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through.
- While the carrots roast, whip the ricotta with a splash of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Once the carrots are roasted, plate them over whipped ricotta. Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
Notes
Fresh carrots are crucial for best flavor. Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: roasted carrots, whipped ricotta, hot honey, vegetarian dish, side dish