Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey
These roasted carrots with whipped ricotta and hot honey are sweet, creamy, and slightly spicy. A restaurant-style dish that's surprisingly easy for beginners to make at home.
Ingredients
For the Roasted Carrots:
- 12 carrots scrubbed clean and sliced in half if large
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh thyme
For the Whipped Ricotta:
- 2/3 cup ricotta or vegan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
For Garnish:
- 1 1/2 tsp hot honey
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios optional
- Additional fresh thyme optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. Trim and scrub carrots. Slice any large ones in half lengthwise.
- Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and thyme on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
- Meanwhile, add ricotta, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If the whipped ricotta is too thick, add more olive oil to reach spreadable consistency.
- Spread whipped ricotta on a serving plate once the carrots are done roasting.
- Top with roasted carrots, drizzle with hot honey, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios and thyme.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a clove of roasted garlic to the ricotta blend. To make it vegan, use plant-based ricotta and maple syrup with chili flakes instead of hot honey. Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey is a perfect make-ahead dish for gatherings.