Description
Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey transforms simple carrots into an elegant side dish bursting with flavor. The creamy whipped ricotta balances the sweetness of caramelized carrots, while a drizzle of spicy hot honey adds a playful kick. Easy to prepare yet impressive in presentation, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or entertaining guests. Vibrant, flavorful, and deliciously creamy, it’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
1 lb carrots, peeled and trimmed – colorful and sweet
2 tbsp olive oil – helps caramelize the carrots
Salt and freshly ground black pepper – enhances natural flavors
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves – optional, adds herbal aroma
8 oz ricotta cheese – creamy base for topping
2 tbsp heavy cream – lightens the ricotta texture
1–2 tbsp hot honey – sweet and spicy drizzle
1 tbsp lemon juice – brightens the ricotta
Zest of 1 lemon – optional garnish
Chopped parsley or microgreens – for freshness and color
Cracked black pepper – finishing touch
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Peel and trim carrots, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme, then spread in a single layer.
3. Roast carrots for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
4. Whip ricotta with heavy cream and lemon juice until light and fluffy; season with salt and optional lemon zest.
5. Arrange roasted carrots on a platter, spoon or pipe whipped ricotta alongside, drizzle with hot honey, and garnish with parsley and cracked black pepper.
6. Serve warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor contrast.
Notes
Use a mix of colorful carrots for visual appeal.
Adjust hot honey to taste for spice preference.
Ricotta can be substituted with mascarpone or cream cheese if desired.
This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as part of a holiday vegetable platter.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg