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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey

A delightful dish featuring sweet roasted carrots paired with creamy whipped ricotta and a drizzle of spicy hot honey, perfect as a side or a light main.
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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: 250
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
Whipped Ricotta
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese full-fat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for creaminess
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Hot Honey
  • 2 tablespoons honey preferably spicy variety
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust for spice level

Method
 

Roasting Carrots
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
Preparing Whipped Ricotta
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, olive oil, salt, and lemon juice.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy using a blender or food processor.
Assembling the Dish
  1. On a serving platter, spread the whipped ricotta.
  2. Top with roasted carrots.
  3. Drizzle hot honey over the top.
  4. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level of the hot honey to your preference. This dish pairs well with crusty bread.

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