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Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Carrots peeled and trimmed
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil for roasting
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil for ricotta
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili Flakes

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  4. In a food processor, blend ricotta, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, and grated garlic for 1 minute until smooth.
  5. Mix honey and chili flakes in a small bowl; warm slightly if needed.
  6. Spread whipped ricotta on a plate, top with warm carrots, and drizzle with hot honey.

Notes

  • The "Dry" Rule: Pat carrots completely dry after washing. Moisture is the enemy of caramelization; dry carrots roast, wet carrots steam.
     
  • Don't Skimp on Fat: Use Full-Fat Ricotta. Low-fat or skim versions will turn watery when whipped rather than becoming a stable, airy mousse.
     
  • Infusion Tip: For the best Hot Honey, heat the honey and chili flakes for 30 seconds, then let it sit for 5 minutes before drizzling. This allows the capsaicin to fully marry with the sugar.
  • The Grate Factor: Grate your garlic into a paste using a microplane for the ricotta. You want the flavor distributed evenly without biting into a raw chunk.
  • Plating Temp: Serve the carrots warm over cold ricotta. This temperature contrast is a hallmark of professional Mediterranean plating.