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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey

A delicious and elegant dish featuring sweet roasted carrots topped with creamy whipped ricotta and a drizzle of spicy hot honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Roasted Carrots
  • 1 pound carrots peeled and cut into sticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme optional, for garnish
Whipped Ricotta
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese full-fat for creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey for sweetness
Hot Honey
  • 1/4 cup honey preferably local
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for spice preference

Method
 

Prepare the Carrots
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelized.
Make the Whipped Ricotta
  1. In a food processor, combine ricotta cheese, lemon juice, salt, and honey.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Prepare the Hot Honey
  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey and red pepper flakes.
  2. Stir gently until warmed and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Assemble the Dish
  1. On a serving platter, arrange the roasted carrots.
  2. Dollop the whipped ricotta over the carrots.
  3. Drizzle the hot honey over the top and garnish with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 4gSugar: 12g

Notes

This dish can be served warm or at room temperature. Adjust the amount of hot honey based on your spice preference.

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