Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey combines bold flavors to turn simple veggies into a mouthwatering dish youll love
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into uniform sticks about 3-4 inches long
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh herbs for garnish, like thyme or parsley (optional, finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). While the oven warms up, prepare your carrots.
- Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Coat evenly to encourage browning and flavor.
- Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet giving them some space to roast instead of steam.
- Roast for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through to get even caramelization. Watch carefully starting at 25 minutes to avoid burning.
- While carrots roast, whip the ricotta. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, milk (or cream), lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Use a hand mixer or whisk vigorously until smooth and light—about 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare the hot honey by gently warming honey and red chili flakes over low heat for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Once carrots are roasted, arrange them on a serving platter.
- Dollop the whipped ricotta over or alongside the carrots.
- Drizzle the hot honey over the entire dish and sprinkle chopped fresh herbs on top if desired.
Notes
Roasted carrots with whipped ricotta and hot honey is a simple yet special dish combining earthy carrots, creamy whipped ricotta, and a spicy-sweet honey glaze. Perfect as a quick, affordable, vegetarian-friendly side with balanced flavors that impress effortlessly.