Description
These roasted carrots are cooked until caramelized and tender, then served with dollops of ricotta cheese and a drizzle of pesto. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby carrots, peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup pesto
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Carrots: In a mixing bowl, toss the baby carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Roast the Carrots: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Assemble the Dish: Once the carrots are roasted, remove them from the oven. Transfer to a serving platter and top with dollops of ricotta cheese and drizzle with pesto.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve warm as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 6g