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Delicious Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Spicy Honey

Delicious Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta & Spicy Honey Bliss

Delicious Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Spicy Honey are a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, ideal for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound Carrots Fresh, vibrant carrots
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality for best results
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground recommended
For the Whipped Ricotta
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese High-quality for luxury texture
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Helps achieve light consistency
  • a pinch Salt For seasoning the ricotta
For the Spicy Honey Drizzle
  • 3 tablespoons Raw Honey Natural sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust according to spice preference
For the Garnish
  • Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Parsley) Experiment with rosemary if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare your baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Wash 1 pound of fresh carrots and cut into uniform pieces, about 1-2 inches long.
  3. Combine carrot pieces with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread seasoned carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Roast the carrots for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender and caramelized.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of ricotta with a pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil until fluffy.
  7. Warm 3 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of chili flakes in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until combined.
  8. Serve the roasted carrots topped with whipped ricotta and drizzle with spicy honey. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best results, always use fresh ingredients and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to achieve optimal roasting.

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