Description
A vibrant side dish featuring roasted carrots paired with creamy whipped ricotta and a sweet-spicy hot honey glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and trimmed
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Fresh herbs for garnish, such as parsley or mint
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast the carrots in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the carrots are roasting, whip the ricotta cheese in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- In a small saucepan, heat the honey and red pepper flakes over low heat for 2-3 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Spread the whipped ricotta on a serving platter, arrange the roasted carrots on top, and drizzle with the hot honey mixture.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
For a milder version, reduce the red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon. Ensure carrots are evenly sized for consistent roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 9g