Description
Roasted carrots with whipped ricotta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that beautifully combines the natural sweetness of caramelized carrots with creamy, fluffy ricotta. This easy-to-make recipe not only impresses at dinner parties but also serves as a delightful side for weeknight meals. Perfectly seasoned and visually stunning, it adds a burst of color and taste to your table, making every bite a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium-sized organic carrots
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the carrots; slice them lengthwise or leave whole if slender. Toss in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with lemon zest and salt until light and fluffy.
- Once roasted, transfer carrots to a serving platter and dollop whipped ricotta over the top.
- Garnish with extra lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg