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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey – A Stunning Sweet-Savory Side

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Tender, caramelized roasted carrots served over whipped ricotta and finished with a drizzle of hot honey. A bold and beautiful dish for holidays, dinner parties, or any night of the week.

Ingredients

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For the Roasted Carrots:

  • 1½ lbs carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Whipped Ricotta:

  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Zest of ½ lemon

  • 1–2 tsp lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Hot Honey:

  • ¼ cup honey

  • ½–1 tsp red pepper flakes (to taste)

Optional Garnishes:

  • Chopped fresh herbs (mint, parsley, dill)

  • Toasted pistachios or walnuts

  • Pomegranate seeds

  • Sumac or Aleppo pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.

  2. Blend ricotta, olive oil, lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill if needed.

  3. Warm honey and stir in red pepper flakes. Let infuse.

  4. Spread whipped ricotta on a platter, top with roasted carrots, and drizzle with hot honey. Add garnishes and serve.

Notes

Make components ahead and assemble before serving. Customize spice level of honey to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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