Description
Roasted carrots with whipped ricotta are a delightful blend of sweet and savory, perfect for any occasion. The tender, caramelized carrots paired with creamy, fluffy ricotta create a dish that’s not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying. Whether served as an appetizer or side dish, this recipe will impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots (preferably baby carrots)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots, cutting them into even sticks.
- In a large bowl, drizzle the olive oil over the carrot sticks and season with salt and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, combine ricotta cheese and lemon zest in a mixing bowl; whip until creamy—about 2 minutes.
- Serve roasted carrots warm on a platter alongside dollops of whipped ricotta, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg