Description
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta is a vibrant dish that elevates any meal with its sweet, tender carrots and creamy ricotta. This delightful recipe is easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for casual dinners or festive occasions. The balance of flavors and textures will impress guests and family alike, leaving them eager for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, toss carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Spread carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, mix ricotta with olive oil and lemon zest until smooth.
- Once roasted, drizzle honey over carrots.
- Serve carrots on whipped ricotta, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg