Description
Roasted Carrots with Ricotta is a stunning side dish combining caramelized carrots, creamy ricotta, crunchy pistachios, and fresh herbs. This easy roasted carrots recipe is perfect for dinner parties, vegetarian meals, or a healthy, flavorful addition to your table.
Ingredients
500g carrots (young or baby)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
250g ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), chopped
Instructions
1. Wash and peel the carrots, trimming the tops if needed. Pat them dry.
2. Toss the carrots with olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
3. Spread the carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
5. Spread the ricotta onto a serving platter, seasoning lightly with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
6. Arrange the roasted carrots over the ricotta.
7. Drizzle with extra olive oil, sprinkle chopped pistachios and fresh herbs on top.
8. Finish with a pinch of flaky salt if you like, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, mix lemon zest into the ricotta.
Swap pistachios for toasted almonds or walnuts if preferred.
Add a drizzle of chili oil or balsamic glaze for a spicy or tangy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg