Description
Roasted carrots with ricotta is a colorful and elegant vegetable side dish recipe that’s healthy, easy to prepare, and perfect for any occasion. Sweet roasted carrots paired with creamy ricotta make a flavorful vegetarian option that’s both comforting and refined.
Ingredients
500 g fresh carrots
200 g ricotta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp flaky sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them lengthwise if thick for even roasting.
2. Place carrots on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
3. Spread carrots in a single layer and roast for 20–25 minutes, turning once, until golden and tender.
4. Spread ricotta on a serving platter and arrange roasted carrots on top while warm.
5. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup and sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Use rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.
If you prefer a savory version, omit the honey and sprinkle with chili flakes.
For a richer ricotta, whip it with a touch of lemon zest before plating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approx. 150 g
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg