Description
Honey Glazed Ricotta Carrots are a delightful side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Fresh carrots are roasted to tender perfection and drizzled with a luscious honey glaze, then topped with creamy ricotta. This vibrant dish is not only easy to prepare but also adds a gourmet touch to any meal, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an elegant holiday feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the honey and simmer for about two minutes.
- In the prepared baking dish, toss the carrot sticks with salt and pepper. Drizzle half of the honey glaze over them and mix well.
- Roast the carrots in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Once cooked, allow to cool slightly before adding dollops of ricotta on top and drizzling with the remaining glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg